Other, No-show (Q&A) (August 1996)

August 1996 page 11c Coding Consultation Other, No-show (Q&A) Question Is there a CPT code to report when a patient fails to "show" for an office visit? AMA Comment There is no code in CPT report a "no show." This is not a reportable service. Other, No-show (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 1996; August 1996 page 11c ...

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Article Overview

This short AMA Coding Consultation Q&A explains the general topic of missed patient appointments in CPT-based reporting. It is relevant to coders, billing staff, and compliance teams who need to understand whether a no-show can be represented as a reportable CPT service and how the AMA frames that question in this older reference.

Why This Topic Matters

Missed appointments can affect scheduling, documentation, and billing workflows, so it is important to know whether they are treated as reportable services in CPT guidance. This article provides a concise professional reference on that topic for practices reviewing legacy coding policy or training materials.

What You Will Learn

  • The article’s focus within CPT coding guidance
  • How the AMA addressed missed office visits in this Q&A format
  • The general reporting context for patient no-shows in a practice setting
  • Why this topic matters for coding and billing workflows

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  • Medical coders
  • Billing staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Physician office administrators

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