Question
When testing an infant (with VRA) or a child (with conditioning play), is it appropriate to use separate codes for speech awareness/threshold testing (92555) and tonal testing (92582 and 92579)? Do VRA and CPA codes include speech testing or tone testing only?
Answer
The CPA code (92582) may be filed with 92555 (speech audiometry threshold) as speech awareness testing is not included in the CPA code descriptor. CPT code 92579, visual reinforcement audiometry, does include speech stimuli as well as frequency specific information from 500-4000 Hz, in the sound field.
Debbie Abel, Au.D., is the director of reimbursement and practice compliance for the American Academy of Audiology and a former member of the AAA Ethical Practices Board and the American Academy of Audiology Board of Directors. She was in private practice for 13 years in Alliance, OH and currently still sees patients on a limited basis in Poway, CA.
Debbie Abel, AuD
Related Courses
1https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/understanding-privilege-for-healthcare-professionals-36096Understanding Privilege, for Healthcare ProfessionalsSystems of privilege have created a wide division of inequality. This course will help hearing care professionals identify their privilege and determine how to make a difference in their places of employment.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyAudiologyOnlinewww.audiologyonline.comUnderstanding Privilege, for Healthcare ProfessionalsSystems of privilege have created a wide division of inequality. This course will help hearing care professionals identify their privilege and determine how to make a difference in their places of employment.36096OnlinePT60M
Systems of privilege have created a wide division of inequality. This course will help hearing care professionals identify their privilege and determine how to make a difference in their places of employment.
2https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/creating-leadership-in-audiology-through-37632Creating Leadership in Audiology Through a Mentoring CircleThere are so many components to quality patient care that it is challenging to “master” them all. What if you could come together with other professionals who possess knowledge or experience that could help you or your practice? There are a number of veteran audiologists as well as rising professionals who have wisdom, qualifications, narratives, and unique journeys to share. The purpose of this talk is to rethink the traditional mentor/mentee vertical relationship and explore collaboration in the form of circle…where all professionals, regardless of age or experience, learn from each other.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyAudiologyOnlinewww.audiologyonline.comCreating Leadership in Audiology Through a Mentoring CircleThere are so many components to quality patient care that it is challenging to “master” them all. What if you could come together with other professionals who possess knowledge or experience that could help you or your practice? There are a number of veteran audiologists as well as rising professionals who have wisdom, qualifications, narratives, and unique journeys to share. The purpose of this talk is to rethink the traditional mentor/mentee vertical relationship and explore collaboration in the form of circle…where all professionals, regardless of age or experience, learn from each other.37632OnlinePT60M
There are so many components to quality patient care that it is challenging to “master” them all. What if you could come together with other professionals who possess knowledge or experience that could help you or your practice? There are a number of veteran audiologists as well as rising professionals who have wisdom, qualifications, narratives, and unique journeys to share. The purpose of this talk is to rethink the traditional mentor/mentee vertical relationship and explore collaboration in the form of circle…where all professionals, regardless of age or experience, learn from each other.
3https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/unlocking-more-time-for-patients-41986Unlocking More Time for PatientsOn busy days in clinic have you ever wished for more time? Learn about Phonak products and processes across the patient journey that free up valuable clinic time for providers as well as reduce the time patients need to spend in the office for follow-up care.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyAudiologyOnlinewww.audiologyonline.comUnlocking More Time for PatientsOn busy days in clinic have you ever wished for more time? Learn about Phonak products and processes across the patient journey that free up valuable clinic time for providers as well as reduce the time patients need to spend in the office for follow-up care.41986OnlinePT60M
On busy days in clinic have you ever wished for more time? Learn about Phonak products and processes across the patient journey that free up valuable clinic time for providers as well as reduce the time patients need to spend in the office for follow-up care.
4https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/core-topics-for-audiology-assistants-37123Core Topics for Audiology AssistantsThis course includes one hour of content on each of the following topics: 1) ethical concepts and decision-making; 2) universal safety precautions, including the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) bloodborne pathogens standard, and 3) patient confidentiality and the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyAudiologyOnlinewww.audiologyonline.comCore Topics for Audiology AssistantsThis course includes one hour of content on each of the following topics: 1) ethical concepts and decision-making; 2) universal safety precautions, including the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) bloodborne pathogens standard, and 3) patient confidentiality and the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).37123OnlinePT180M
This course includes one hour of content on each of the following topics: 1) ethical concepts and decision-making; 2) universal safety precautions, including the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's (OSHA) bloodborne pathogens standard, and 3) patient confidentiality and the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA).
5https://www.audiologyonline.com/audiology-ceus/course/engaging-deaf-professionals-in-ehdi-37893Engaging Deaf Professionals in the EHDI SystemThe course explores ways to draw on Deaf professionals' expertise in working with families of Deaf and hard of hearing infants and young children. A highlight of Deaf people's knowledge, experiences, expertise, and contributions in the EHDI (Early Hearing Detection and Intervention) System will be discussed.auditory, textual, visual129USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $129/yearOnlineOnlyAudiologyOnlinewww.audiologyonline.comEngaging Deaf Professionals in the EHDI SystemThe course explores ways to draw on Deaf professionals' expertise in working with families of Deaf and hard of hearing infants and young children. A highlight of Deaf people's knowledge, experiences, expertise, and contributions in the EHDI (Early Hearing Detection and Intervention) System will be discussed.37893OnlinePT60M
The course explores ways to draw on Deaf professionals' expertise in working with families of Deaf and hard of hearing infants and young children. A highlight of Deaf people's knowledge, experiences, expertise, and contributions in the EHDI (Early Hearing Detection and Intervention) System will be discussed.
