CPT 92523 reports a comprehensive speech-language evaluation combining speech sound production with evaluation of language comprehension and expression.
When to use 92523
Use 92523 when both speech sound production and language are assessed. Because it includes the 92522 component, do not bill 92522 separately for the same encounter.
How to bill it
Report once per evaluation, with the relevant speech and/or language diagnosis documented.
Common pitfalls
- Billing 92522 in addition to 92523 for the same encounter.
- Using it when only fluency (not sound production or language) was evaluated.
Frequently asked questions
Does 92523 include 92522?
Yes. 92523 combines speech sound production with language evaluation, so the 92522 component is not billed separately.
When do I choose 92523 over 92522?
Choose 92523 when language comprehension and expression are also evaluated alongside speech sound production.