More CPT 2006 codes: A quick overview

Why This Topic Matters

Understanding where CPT changes occurred helps coding teams review their workflow, update charge capture references, and prioritize deeper analysis of the affected service lines.

Article Sections

1. Skin grafts

   Discusses a reorganization of the skin graft portion of the CPT code set and the broad groupings used in that area.

2. Kyphoplasty

   Covers new and related CPT reporting for vertebral compression fracture treatment in thoracic and lumbar settings.

3. Endovascular repair of descending thoracic aorta

   Summarizes a new CPT section related to thoracic aortic endovascular repair and its relationship to existing procedure families.

4. Central venous access contrast injection

   Introduces a CPT code for imaging-related contrast injection associated with an existing central venous access device.

5. Thrombectomy

   Notes the addition of CPT codes for percutaneous thrombectomy procedures.

6. Bariatric surgery

   Reviews CPT code additions for laparoscopic and open bariatric surgery reporting.

7. 3D ultrasound

   Describes updated CPT reporting for 3D ultrasound postprocessing and the replacement of an earlier deleted code.

8. Path/lab

   Mentions upcoming additions in chemistry, immunology, and surgical pathology within the CPT code set.

9. Drug administration

   Summarizes new CPT drug administration codes and their relationship to Medicare G codes.