Evaluation of Auditory Function Services (July 2020)

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers identify whether the service they are coding falls within the revised CPT framework and the broader clarification context described by the AMA/CPT source. It is useful for avoiding misapplication of the guidance across related hearing and implanted-device evaluation services.

Article Sections

1. July 2020 pages 3-4

   Introductory publication information and the overall topic of the article update.

2. Evaluation and Therapeutic Services

   Overview of the service category and the CPT code update discussed in the article.

3. Guidelines Clarification

   Discussion of the revised CPT guidance, including timing framework and related reporting context.

4. Coding Tip

   A brief practice note tied to the evaluation service and documentation context.

5. Clinical Example (92626)

   A sample scenario paired with a procedure description illustrating the general setting for the service.

6. Clinical Example (92627)

   A sample scenario paired with a procedure description illustrating the add-on service context.