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The CPT® Code 92508 refers to the treatment of various disorders related to speech, language, voice, communication, and auditory processing, specifically when delivered in a group setting involving two or more individuals. This procedure is typically conducted by a qualified speech-language pathologist who utilizes a comprehensive approach to address the specific needs of the patients involved. Initially, the clinician gathers information from a separately reportable screening and an in-depth evaluation to identify the nature and extent of the speech or language disorder. Based on this assessment, an individualized treatment plan is developed, which includes clearly defined treatment goals and baseline measures to evaluate the progress of each participant in the group. Throughout the treatment process, these goals are continuously monitored and adjusted as necessary to ensure effective intervention. The clinician employs a variety of engaging activities, such as games, stories, rhymes, and drills, tailored to correct the identified speech or language disorders. For instance, if a participant struggles with speech sounds, the clinician may model the correct articulation and encourage the individual to replicate the movements of the lips, mouth, and tongue. Visual aids, such as mirrors, may be utilized to enhance self-observation and practice. Additionally, for those facing challenges with language, the treatment may focus on improving grammatical skills, while auditory processing difficulties might be addressed through interactive games that enhance the understanding of verbal instructions. It is important to note that CPT® Code 92508 is specifically designated for group therapy sessions, distinguishing it from CPT® Code 92507, which is used for individual treatment sessions.
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The treatment represented by CPT® Code 92508 is indicated for individuals experiencing various disorders related to speech, language, voice, communication, and auditory processing. These conditions may manifest as difficulties in articulating sounds, constructing grammatically correct sentences, understanding verbal instructions, or effectively communicating with others. The group therapy format is particularly beneficial for patients who can engage in collaborative learning and practice, allowing them to benefit from peer interactions while receiving targeted therapeutic interventions.
The procedure associated with CPT® Code 92508 involves several key steps that ensure effective treatment of speech, language, voice, communication, and auditory processing disorders in a group setting.
After the completion of the group therapy sessions, participants are expected to continue practicing the skills learned during treatment. The clinician may provide additional resources or exercises for participants to work on independently or in their daily interactions. Follow-up assessments may be scheduled to evaluate ongoing progress and determine if further intervention is necessary. It is essential for participants to remain engaged and motivated to achieve the best outcomes from their treatment.
| Short Descr | TX SP LANG VOICE COMM GROUP | Medium Descr | TX SPEECH LANG VOICE COMMJ&/AUD PROC DO GROUP | Long Descr | Treatment of speech, language, voice, communication, and/or auditory processing disorder; group, 2 or more individuals | Status Code | Active Code | Global Days | XXX - Global Concept Does Not Apply | PC/TC Indicator (26, TC) | 7 - Physical Therapy Service, for which Payment may not be Made | Multiple Procedures (51) | 5 - Special payment adjustment rules on the RVU practice expense component of multiple therapy service applies... | Bilateral Surgery (50) | 0 - 150% payment adjustment for bilateral procedures does NOT apply. | Physician Supervisions | 09 - Concept does not apply. | Assistant Surgeon (80, 82) | 0 - Payment restriction for assistants at surgery applies to this procedure... | Co-Surgeons (62) | 0 - Co-surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Team Surgery (66) | 0 - Team surgeons not permitted for this procedure. | Diagnostic Imaging Family | 99 - Concept Does Not Apply | APC Status Indicator | Service Paid under Fee Schedule or Payment System other than OPPS | Type of Service (TOS) | 1 - Medical Care | Berenson-Eggers TOS (BETOS) | M5D - Specialist - other | MUE | 1 | CCS Clinical Classification | 215 - Other physical therapy and rehabilitation |
This is a primary code that can be used with these additional add-on codes.
| 0770T | Add-on Code MPFS Status: Carrier Priced APC E1 Virtual reality technology to assist therapy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) |
| GN | Services delivered under an outpatient speech language pathology plan of care | KX | Requirements specified in the medical policy have been met | 95 | Synchronous telemedicine service rendered via a real-time interactive audio and video telecommunications system: synchronous telemedicine service is defined as a real-time interaction between a physician or other qualified health care professional and a patient who is located at a distant site from the physician or other qualified health care professional. the totality of the communication of information exchanged between the physician or other qualified health care professional and the patient during the course of the synchronous telemedicine service must be of an amount and nature that would be sufficient to meet the key components and/or requirements of the same service when rendered via a face-to-face interaction. modifier 95 may only be appended to the services listed in appendix p. appendix p is the list of cpt codes for services that are typically performed face-to-face, but may be rendered via a real-time (synchronous) interactive audio and video telecommunications system. | 96 | Habilitative services: when a service or procedure that may be either habilitative or rehabilitative in nature is provided for habilitative purposes, the physician or other qualified health care professional may add modifier 96 to the service or procedure code to indicate that the service or procedure provided was a habilitative service. habilitative services help an individual learn skills and functioning for daily living that the individual has not yet developed, and then keep and/or improve those learned skills. habilitative services also help an individual keep, learn, or improve skills and functioning for daily living. | GW | Service not related to the hospice patient's terminal condition | GZ | Item or service expected to be denied as not reasonable and necessary | 59 | Distinct procedural service: under certain circumstances, it may be necessary to indicate that a procedure or service was distinct or independent from other non-e/m services performed on the same day. modifier 59 is used to identify procedures/services, other than e/m services, that are not normally reported together, but are appropriate under the circumstances. documentation must support a different session, different procedure or surgery, different site or organ system, separate incision/excision, separate lesion, or separate injury (or area of injury in extensive injuries) not ordinarily encountered or performed on the same day by the same individual. however, when another already established modifier is appropriate it should be used rather than modifier 59. only if no more descriptive modifier is available, and the use of modifier 59 best explains the circumstances, should modifier 59 be used. note: modifier 59 should not be appended to an e/m service. to report a separate and distinct e/m service with a non-e/m service performed on the same date, see modifier 25. | GT | Via interactive audio and video telecommunication systems | GC | This service has been performed in part by a resident under the direction of a teaching physician | GV | Attending physician not employed or paid under arrangement by the patient's hospice provider | GX | Notice of liability issued, voluntary under payer policy | XP | Separate practitioner, a service that is distinct because it was performed by a different practitioner | XU | Unusual non-overlapping service, the use of a service that is distinct because it does not overlap usual components of the main service |
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| 2025-01-01 | Changed | Short and Medium Descriptions changed. |
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