A PTA is treating a patient in an outpatient clinic. The sup…

A PTA is treating a patient in an outpatient clinic. The supervising PT asks the PTA to document 45 minutes of therapeutic exercise (97110), even though only 30 minutes of skilled, one-on-one treatment was provided. The PT explains that the clinic is “behind on productivity” and says, “This is how we keep the doors open.” The PTA feels uncomfortable but does not want to challenge the PT. Using the RIPS model, which of the following is the BEST initial course of action for the PTA?  

A 62-year-old patient is 4 weeks post right total knee arthr…

A 62-year-old patient is 4 weeks post right total knee arthroplasty. The patient presents with decreased quadriceps strength and limited knee range of motion, impacting their ability to perform sit-to-stand transfers and walk household distances. During today’s session, the PTA instructs and supervises the patient in: Seated knee extensions with resistance Straight leg raises for rectus femoris strengthening at 80% of 1 RM (rep-max) Heel slides to improve knee flexion ROM to increase from 110 degrees (goal is to increase to 125 degrees)  Repetitive sit-to-stand practice with slow eccentric descent The patient requires verbal and tactile cueing. The primary goal of the session is to improve lower extremity strength to increase patient’s independence and safety at home. Which CPT code is MOST appropriate for the majority of this treatment session?