CPT 96136 reports the administration and scoring of psychological or neuropsychological tests by a physician or qualified health professional, for the first half-hour.
When to use 96136
Use 96136 when two or more tests are administered and scored by the clinician personally. For a single automated instrument, use 96146; for technician-administered tests, use 96138.
How to bill it
Report for the first half-hour and add 96137 for each additional half-hour of clinician administration and scoring.
Common pitfalls
- Using 96136 when only one automated test was given (use 96146 instead).
- Forgetting the 96137 add-on for additional time.
Frequently asked questions
When do I use 96136 versus 96146?
Use 96136 when the clinician administers two or more tests; use 96146 for a single computer-administered instrument.
How do I add time beyond the first half-hour?
Add 96137 for each additional half-hour of clinician administration and scoring.