CPT 92610Speech-Language PathologyUntimed · per session
Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
What CPT 92610 covers
CPT 92610 covers the clinical evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function — the non-instrumental feeding evaluation pediatric SLPs perform in clinics and homes.
Using 92610 on superbills
- Bill for initial feeding evaluations; follow-up treatment sessions use 92526.
- Distinct from instrumental studies (92611 VFSS, 92612 FEES) performed with imaging or endoscopy.
Documentation that supports it
- Oral-motor exam findings, feeding observation across textures, caregiver report
- Recommendations and plan of care
Common ICD-10 pairings
Examples seen in pediatric practice — always code the diagnosis that fits the client.
R13.11R63.31P92.9
FAQ
Can 92610 and 92523 be billed the same day?
When both a feeding evaluation and a speech-language evaluation are completed with distinct documentation, many payers allow both. List both on the superbill if both were performed.
Related codes
Educational reference only — not billing, coding, or legal advice. CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Verify current code definitions and payer policies before billing.