Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Visit
Skilled therapy visit addressing communication disorders, cognitive impairment.
Definition
A Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Visit is a skilled therapy visit addressing communication disorders, cognitive impairment, swallowing disorders (dysphagia), and speech rehabilitation.
Why it matters
SLP visits qualify as skilled visits under Medicare and contribute to LUPA calculations when medically necessary.
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