Additional Coding Changes to the Category III Codes (July 2004)

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers identify whether the article is relevant to coding updates for emerging procedures, technology tracking, and mid-2004 CPT Category III changes.

Article Sections

1. July 2004 pages 7-11

   Introductory publication information for the article and its place in the July 2004 CPT Assistant issue.

2. Coding Communication: Additional Coding Changes to the Category III Codes

   Overview of the article’s focus on remaining Category III additions for CPT 2004 and the scope of topics covered.

3. Whole Body Photography

   Discussion of imaging-related Category III updates involving skin surveillance and related patient groups.

4. Catheter Lavage of Mammary Ducts

   Explanation of a breast-duct procedure category and the clinical context in which the service is used.

5. Implantation and Removal of Ventricular Devices

   Coverage of ventricular assist device-related Category III updates and associated procedure context.

6. Description of Procedure 0048T

   Detailed procedural narrative associated with the ventricular assist device implantation code family.

7. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

   Background discussion of GERD and the related Category III service category for treatment tracking.

8. Breast Cancer Detection

   Discussion of a breast cancer risk assessment technology and its role in screening and detection.

9. Breast Cancer Treatment

   Overview of newer breast cancer treatment technologies and the need for appropriate reporting.

10. Category III Codes Release Date: January 2004, Implemented July 2004

    Publication notes on the release and implementation timing of Category III codes, plus general update context.

11. Online Medical Evaluation

    General description of an Internet-based evaluation and management service and its documentation context.