The codes for initial evaluations for athletic trainers are 97169–97172.
- 97169 (low complexity)
- 97170 (moderate complexity)
- 97171 (high complexity)
- 97172 (re-evaluation)
Initial evaluations include the following components:
- History and physical activity profile
- Examination
- Clinical decision making
- Development of plan of care
Important: These codes have a typical time associated with them. These are not time-based code. That is a guide only. Do not code by time.