Frequently used CPT codes for occupational therapy

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes are five-digit numeric codes that are used to describe medical services provided by health care providers such as occupational therapy practitioners. CPT® codes are used as a uniform language to effectively communicate what we do and why we do it to other providers, physicians, patients, and payers.

CPT® codes are used by virtually all payers in the health care system. Accurate coding is important for receiving appropriate reimbursement for occupational therapy services.

Each year, AOTA compiles a list of the CPT® codes frequently used by occupational therapy practitioners to report services in various settings. AOTA members can use this list to find the most commonly used codes for evaluations, modalities, therapeutic procedures, and more.

This list is not all inclusive, and not all codes listed are accepted by all payers, including Medicare. Limitations on using one or more of these codes may be established by state regulation and/or payer policy. Always review state rules and the official CPT® book, and request information from specific insurers concerning codes, time frames, and payment policy.

2024 Frequently Used CPT® Codes for Occupational Therapy