AMA Clinical Examples in Radiology - 2023 Bulletin 1
Anticipated CPT 2024 Code Set Changes
Anticipated CPT ® 2024 Code Set Changes Several radiology code changes have been proposed for the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ® ) 2024 code set. This article includes a summary of some of the anticipated changes. Although this summary lists the proposed code changes and the actions taken by the American Medical Association's (AMA's) CPT Editorial Panel (the Panel), the AMA cautions that these actions merely reflect the discussions from the most recent Panel meeting. Future Panel actions may affect these items. Codes are not assigned, nor is exact wording finalized, until just before the publication of the CPT...
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Article Overview
This article summarizes anticipated changes to the CPT 2024 code set, with emphasis on radiology-related procedure updates and revisions affecting evaluation and management services. It is useful for coders, billing staff, and clinical documentation teams who need to track proposed code set changes, new reporting structure, deleted codes, and revised guidance before the final codebook release. The article also notes broader updates involving telemedicine, split/shared services, unlisted service reporting, and timing-related revisions in selected E/M categories.
Why This Topic Matters
Planned CPT updates can affect coding workflows, documentation practices, and charge capture across multiple service lines. Reviewing these proposed changes helps stakeholders prepare for annual code set transitions and understand which areas of radiology and E/M reporting are being revised.
Article Sections
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Introduction
Provides context for the anticipated CPT 2024 changes and notes that the summary reflects proposed actions pending final publication.
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New Category I Codes
Summarizes procedure areas expected to move from Category III to Category I status and other newly anticipated reporting options across selected radiology and related services.
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Dorsal SI Joint Arthrodesis
Discusses anticipated coding changes related to sacroiliac joint arthrodesis reporting.
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Transcervical RFA of Uterine Fibroids
Covers proposed coding changes for a minimally invasive uterine fibroid procedure with ultrasound involvement.
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Coronary FFR with CT
Addresses anticipated code changes for coronary functional assessment using computed tomography data and software analysis.
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Coronary IVL Interventions
Summarizes planned changes related to coronary lithotripsy reporting.
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Cardiac IOUS
Describes expected new coding for intraoperative cardiac ultrasound services used in surgical settings.
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E/M
Reviews anticipated revisions to evaluation and management reporting, including documentation-related updates and structural changes.
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Telemedicine Office Visits
Covers planned telemedicine-related E/M restructuring and related service categories.
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Reporting Guidelines for Unlisted Codes
Summarizes proposed updates to unlisted service code guidance across parts of the CPT code set.
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Deleted Codes
Lists codes anticipated for removal from the CPT 2024 code set.
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Revised Codes
Lists E/M codes anticipated to receive descriptor revisions in the 2024 code set.
What You Will Learn
- Which broad CPT 2024 areas are expected to change
- How the article organizes anticipated radiology and E/M updates
- Which sections cover newly proposed, deleted, and revised codes
- What types of reporting guidance are being updated for telemedicine and unlisted services
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing and reimbursement staff
- Practice managers
- Clinical documentation teams
- Radiology and cardiothoracic coding professionals
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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