CPT 92507 Changes for 2027: Clinical Billing, Documentation, and Reimbursement for SLPs

Description

This session is available for 1 PDH.

The retirement of CPT code 92507 and introduction of new treatment codes effective January 1, 2027, represent significant changes to speech-language pathology billing practices. This course will provide speech-language pathologists with current updates on the revised CPT coding structure, including code selection, time-based billing requirements, documentation standards, and anticipated reimbursement implications across clinical settings. Participants will examine clinical scenarios to support accurate coding decisions using evidence-based practice principles and receive practical decision-making checklists to assist with implementation in everyday practice. 

Learner Outcomes:

1. Identify the changes to CPT coding for speech-language pathology services effective January 1, 2027, including time-based billing requirements.

2. Apply appropriate CPT codes and documentation requirements to clinical scenarios involving speech-language pathology treatment.

3. Describe potential reimbursement implications and utilize evidence-based decision-making strategies to support accurate clinical billing.

Speaker Name (s): Kelly Arellano M.S., CCC-SLP and Letizia Hendrickson M.S., CCC-SLP,  

Speaker Credentials: MS CCC-SLP

Bio:

Letizia Hendrickson M.S., CCC-SLP, has been a Speech-Language Pathologist working with individuals across the lifespan for nearly two decades in schools, medical, and private practice settings. Currently, she is the Clinical Coordinator and Supervisor at The Learning Grove private practice overseeing the Speech and Child Development departments and clinical externs from a variety of universities. She is also a part of the Adjunct Clinical Educator at West Coast University, where she teaches clinical methods for communication disorders graduate students. She is the President of CSHA, serves on CHADD’s National Education Advisory Committee and CHADD's National Policy and Advocacy Advisory Commeet and is a member of the MSLP Advisory Pack Board. As a clinician she specializes in diagnostics and  cognitive-linguistic based executive function disorders as a certified ADHD-RSP. She is passionate about mentoring the next generation of speech therapists, early intervention, assessment and treatment of neurological disorders, serving individuals with ADHD, advocacy, neurodivergent-inclusive approaches and neuro affirming practice. 

•Relevant Financial Disclosures

•Licensed Speech Language Pathologist

•Employed as Clinical Coordinator and Supervisor at The Learning Grove private practice working with pediatric and adult populations

•Employed as Adjunct Clinical Educator at West Coast University’s CDS Masters program--

•Relevant Non-Financial Disclosures

•President of the California Speech and Hearing Association (CSHA)

•CHADD’s National Education Advisory Committee

•CHADD’s National Advocacy and Policy Advisory Committee

•American Speech and Hearing Association Certified Member

•Certified ADHD Rehabilitation Service Provider

•Clinical supervisor for SLP Clinical Fellows, SLPAs and graduate clinical externs

•Co-host of the podcast WTH ADHD

Financial Disclosure
Kelly Arellano owns and operates Hola Clinic Bilingual Speech Language Pathology Inc., a private practice in Los Angeles, CA that provides speech-language pathology services and receives reimbursement through insurance billing, including CPT code 92507. She receives no compensation for this presentation; however, she has a financial interest in insurance reimbursement policies and billing code changes, as they directly impact her practice's revenue.

Non-Financial Disclosure
Kelly Arellano  M.S., CCC-SLP, currently serves as President-Elect of the California Speech Language Hearing Association (CSHA) and is a member of its Board of Directors. She receives no financial compensation for this role.