AMA Clinical Examples in Radiology - 2016 Bulletin 1
Proposed Code Changes for CPT® 2017
Proposed Code Changes for CPT® 2017 Numerous radiology and radiation oncology code changes have been proposed for the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2017 code set. The following summary lists the proposed code changes and the actions taken by the CPT Editorial Panel. It is important to note that the American Medical Association (AMA) cautions that these actions are a reflection of the discussions from the most recent CPT Editorial Panel meeting, and future panel actions may impact these items. Codes will not be assigned, nor exact wording finalized, until just prior to publication of the CPT 2017 codebook...
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Article Overview
This article summarizes proposed changes to the CPT 2017 code set with emphasis on radiology and radiation oncology. It is intended to help coding professionals, radiology practices, and related stakeholders understand the scope of pending updates, the types of services affected, and the timing of related publications and implementation resources. The article also notes where official panel actions, supporting analyses, and early-release reference materials are expected to appear.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding proposed code changes helps practices prepare for upcoming documentation, workflow, and reference updates before the final code set is published. The article is relevant to organizations tracking CPT development, radiology coding, and associated guidance from the AMA, ACR, and CMS-related publication timing.
Article Sections
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Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology
Covers proposed updates affecting multiple imaging and interventional radiology service areas, including guidance, screening, dialysis-related work, angioplasty, epidural injections, and vein ablation.
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Category III Codes
Summarizes proposed Category III additions and retirement timelines for selected emerging technologies and tracking-oriented services.
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Related Publication and Timing Notes
Describes anticipated release timing for supporting analyses, early-reference materials, and official publication milestones from professional and federal sources.
What You Will Learn
- Which major radiology and radiation oncology areas are affected by proposed CPT updates
- What types of code changes are being considered for 2017
- How Category III tracking changes are being handled at a high level
- Where supporting reference materials and implementation updates may be published
- How the timing of official code publication and fee schedule information is presented
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Radiology coding professionals
- Radiation oncology practices
- Revenue cycle teams
- Clinical documentation staff
- Healthcare administrators
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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