Which CPT code represents extraspinal adjustments?

• A. 98943
• B. 98940
• C. 98941
• D. 98942

Answer: (A)

The key idea here is distinguishing CPT codes for chiropractic manipulative treatment by where the adjustment is performed. Extraspinal adjustments are those done outside the spine, while other codes in this group cover spinal adjustments (one region or multiple regions) or adjustments to the extremities.

Choosing the code that explicitly denotes extraspinal adjustments is the best fit because it matches the scenario of treating joints not in the spine. The other codes map to spinal regions (one region or multiple spinal regions) or to the limbs, which would not be appropriate when the treatment targets non-spinal areas. In practice, documenting exactly which non-spinal areas were adjusted helps justify using the extraspinal code.