What type of codes identify services related to transportation and physical therapy?

The correct answer is HCPCS codes because these codes are specifically designed to cover a variety of services, including those related to transportation and physical therapy. The Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) includes Level I codes, which are the same as Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes, and Level II codes, which address non-physician services such as ambulance transportation and durable medical equipment.

CPT codes, while also relevant to healthcare services, primarily focus on procedures and services provided by healthcare professionals, so they do not encompass transportation services and other items that HCPCS covers. ICD-10-CM codes are used for coding diagnoses and medical conditions, not for classifying services. DRG codes are used for hospital billing, specifically related to inpatient stays and categorizing patients based on diagnosis and treatment, thereby not applicable to transportation and physical therapy services.

By understanding these distinctions, it becomes clear why HCPCS codes are the appropriate choice for identifying services related to transportation and physical therapy.