What CPT (Current Procedural Terminology) codes are allowed for reimbursement of MNT?
The only CPT codes designated by CMS for MNT are: 97802 – initial assessment and intervention (individual/face-to-face with patient) – billable in 15 minute increments -This code can only be used once per year for the initial assessment of a new patient. Code all subsequent visits as 97803 – re-assessment intervention and (individual/face-to-face with patient) – billable in 15 minute increments -This code is to be used for all individual reassessments and interventions after the initial visit (97802) 97804 – group MNT (2 or more individuals) – – billable in 30 minute increments -This code is to be used for all group visit – initial and follow-up Note: These codes can only be paid if submitted by a registered dietitian or qualified provider. These services cannot be paid “incident to” physician services. Note: When you provide the nutrition components within the initial 10 hours of the DSMT program, which is a required part of the program, or as part of DSMT follow-up, use the G codes f
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