CPT® Code 0791T

Add-On Code

Motor-cognitive, semi-immersive virtual reality-facilitated gait training, each 15 minutes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Motor-cognitive, semi-immersive virtual reality-facilitated gait training is an innovative rehabilitation technique that integrates both motor and cognitive skills to enhance gait recovery. This procedure utilizes a sophisticated virtual reality simulator system, which includes a television, a depth camera, a computer, and a touchscreen interface. The semi-immersive nature of this system allows for a unique training environment where the camera is strategically positioned to track the patient's feet as they walk on a treadmill. As the patient engages in the training, they are able to see a real-time representation of their own feet in motion displayed on the television screen in front of them. This visual feedback is crucial as it helps the patient understand their gait dynamics and make necessary adjustments. During the gait-training session, patients navigate through a simulated environment that presents various obstacles, requiring them to engage in cognitive tasks simultaneously. These tasks may include determining which distractions to ignore, recognizing different types of objects that appear in their path, remembering the locations of these objects, and modulating their gait to effectively avoid potential hazards. This dual focus on motor function and cognitive processing is designed to improve overall gait performance and enhance the patient's ability to walk safely and efficiently in real-world settings.