AMA CPT® Assistant - 2006 Issue 6 (June)

An Overview of the Appendixes (June 2006)

June 2006 pages 8-10 Coding Communication:An Overview of the Appendixes The appendixes of CPT 2006, although often overlooked due to their placement in the latter part of the codebook, complement the code set by providing invaluable guidance regarding the application of appropriate CPT code usage. The appendixes, currently totaling 12, were introduced to the CPT codebook with the intent of providing supplementary information to users of the code set. As the CPT code set has evolved throughout the years with advancements in the medicine and technology fields, so too have the appendixes. This article provides an overview of each...

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CPT® Assistant content is the official source for CPT® coding guidance. It is an instrumental tool when appealing insurance denials and validating coding to auditors. Monthly issues and an extensive archive provide comprehensive guidance on proper CPT® coding for past, present and upcoming code set releases. Archives date back to 1990 for historical use of codes, changes, rationales, coding tips and trends in the industry.

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