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2022 CPT Code Updates Feature 24 COVID-19 Vaccine-Related Codes in New Code Set
The 2022 CPT code updates have been released, with the CPT code book available in late October or early November. Over 400 editorial changes are included in the 2022 edition, with 249 new codes, 63 deletions, and 93 revisions.
Read MoreA Look at Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement CPT Codes 29822 & 29823
Are you up-to-date on the AMA CPT Code revisions from 2021 regarding codes 29822 and 29823 for arthroscopic shoulder debridement? The AMA revised the codes with some definitions of limited vs. extensive debridement.
Read MoreCPT Codes 19342, 11970, & 19370: Review the New Reporting Guidance for Breast Implant Scenarios from AHA
Review the revised and deleted CPT codes and introductory guidelines for these Integumentary System subsections: Breast, and Repair and/or Reconstruction subsection. AHA provided updated reporting guidance for CPT codes 19342, 11970 and 19370.
Read MoreYour Guide to Respiratory Sinus Surgery & VATS CPT Codes
The Refresh With YES: CPT Respiratory Sinus Surgery & VATS Learning Path teaches learners CPT codes and guidelines for procedures performed on portions of the respiratory system.
Read MoreMaster Respiratory Anatomy & Bronchoscopy CPT Codes in Newest Refresh With YES Course
The Refresh With YES: CPT Respiratory Anatomy & Scopes Learning Path teaches learners about the functions and anatomy of the respiratory system, as well as how to code various procedures performed on the respiratory system.
Read MoreTruCode Educational Series CPT Spinal Fusion Coding Webinar by Vanessa Youmans
TruCode Educational Series CPT Spinal Fusion Coding Webinar by Vanessa Youmans The TruCode Educational Series CPT Spinal Fusion Coding Webinar, presented by Vanessa Youmans, Director, Outpatient/ProFee Coding & Auditing,…
Read More2021 CPT Code Updates Cover CPT Radiology, Evaluation & Management, Category III Codes, & More
Third Group of CPT COVID-19 Vaccine Coding Guidelines Released by AMA
The American Medical Association (AMA) released new codes for the anticipated COVID-19 vaccine from AstraZeneca and University of Oxford (AMA, 2020). The codes will be available for use pending the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) emergency use authorization for this vaccine.
Read MoreCPT Integumentary Coding Refresher Course Reviews Repair of Lacerations & Removal of Skin Lesions
The Refresh With YES: CPT Integumentary – Lesion and Wound Repair Learning Path teaches learners how to code the removal of skin lesions and repair of lacerations, divided into 12-19-minute webinars. This learning path also reviews applicable CPT guidelines, CPT coding examples, and CPT Assistant articles.
Read MoreReview These New CPT Codes for COVID-19 Vaccines from the AMA
In anticipation of the release of COVID-19 vaccines, the AMA has released CPT codes for each of the two COVID-19 vaccines together with administration codes for first and second doses (AMA, 2020). AMA President Susan R. Bailey, M.D., remarked, “An effective national immunization program is key to bringing the coronavirus pandemic to an end. Correlating each coronavirus vaccine with its own unique CPT code provides analytical advantages to help track, allocate and optimize resources as an immunization program ramps up in the United States” (AMA, 2020). The AMA worked closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to develop the codes.
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