In the tinnitus case, which CPT code is used for tinnitus masking therapy?

In the tinnitus case, which CPT code is used for tinnitus masking therapy?

• A. 92625
• B. 92626
• C. 92700
• D. 92620

Answer: (A)

Tinnitus masking therapy is a treatment that uses sound to help reduce the perception or distress of tinnitus. It is reported as a therapeutic procedure rather than a diagnostic or testing service. The CPT code that specifically identifies providing tinnitus masking therapy is the code assigned to that therapy itself, making it the best fit for reporting this service. Other codes in the list cover different kinds of auditory procedures or diagnostic evaluations that do not describe the masking therapy being delivered, so they don’t match the service being provided. When documenting, include that masking therapy was administered, note the device or sound therapy used, the duration, and patient response to ensure the claim reflects the exact service rendered.

Tinnitus masking therapy is a treatment that uses sound to help reduce the perception or distress of tinnitus. It is reported as a therapeutic procedure rather than a diagnostic or testing service. The CPT code that specifically identifies providing tinnitus masking therapy is the code assigned to that therapy itself, making it the best fit for reporting this service. Other codes in the list cover different kinds of auditory procedures or diagnostic evaluations that do not describe the masking therapy being delivered, so they don’t match the service being provided. When documenting, include that masking therapy was administered, note the device or sound therapy used, the duration, and patient response to ensure the claim reflects the exact service rendered.