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)?

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

A: Effective January 1, coders may report CPT add-on code 57465 for mapping of cervix uteri during colposcopy. This add-on code may be appended to colposcopy CPT codes 57420-57421, 57452, 57454 ...

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

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.

“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.” ...

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

AAOS and the American Medical Association recommend reporting CPT 29822 or CPT 29823 (limited or extensive débridement) as appropriate rather than the add-on code. AAOS and AMA directives have led to ...

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.

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.