Q: What CPT codes and modifiers would be used to report excisional debridement for removal of a 2x4-cm ulcer on a patient’s right buttocks with vacuum-assisted closure (VAC)?

CPT coding changes restrict OCT reimbursements Part 1 of this series focuses on basic guidelines regarding the revised codes for optical coherence tomography.

The most recent coding update comes from the American Medical Association (AMA) as it recently released the 2024 CPT® code set, which includes hundreds of new codes and a push for more ...

Coding expert Stephanie Ellis discusses important 2012 CPT coding changes to spine and pain management procedures performed in ambulatory surgery centers.

“But in terms of coding issues, I don’t think there is a significant amount of CPT things going on that will change the practice significantly for 2022.” ...

The American Medical Association released updates to its medical codes for 2022 with many tied to new technology services and the administration of COVID-19 vaccines.

Providers need to be aware of CPT coding changes to get paid Changes in reimbursement and payment policies are impacting remote patient monitoring.

The new CPT codes clinically distinguish each coronavirus vaccine for better tracking, reporting and analysis that support data-driven planning and allocation, according to the AMA in a press release.

Why the confusion? In 2018, CPT 97127 Cognitive Function Intervention was created to replace CPT 97532 (a 15-min cognitive treatment code). Initially CPT & AMA RUC HCPAC approved the new procedure.

Appendix P is the list of CPT codes for services that are typically performed face-to-face but may be rendered via a real-time (synchronous) interactive audio and video telecommunications system.