CPT 96132 reports physician or qualified health professional time for the evaluation portion of neuropsychological testing, covering the first hour of administration, scoring, interpretation, and report.
When to use 96132
Use 96132 for neuropsychological testing evaluation (e.g., dementia workups, TBI assessment). For psychological testing, use 96130. Add 96133 for each additional hour.
How to bill it
Report one unit for the first hour and add 96133 for additional time. Keep clinician evaluation time distinct from technician administration (96138/96139).
Common pitfalls
- Confusing neuropsychological (96132) with psychological (96130) testing.
- Omitting the 96133 add-on for extended evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
When do I use 96132 instead of 96130?
Use 96132 for neuropsychological testing (brain-behavior assessment) and 96130 for psychological testing.
How do I bill additional time?
Add 96133 for each additional hour of clinician neuropsychological evaluation beyond the first hour.