decisionhealth Newsletters, Coder Pink Sheets - 2005 Issue 4 (April)
New codes for 2006: CPT has approved codes for kyphoplasty, shock-wave therapy, wound care
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Article Overview
This article summarizes pending CPT updates for 2006 and explains the general areas affected, including spine procedures, extracorporeal shock wave therapy, and deep abscess drainage in posterior spine regions. It is useful for coders, billing staff, and specialty practices that need to track CPT code-set changes, implementation timing, and the organizations involved in the approval process.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers anticipate code-set updates that may affect reporting workflows for orthopedic, spine, and wound care services. It is relevant for planning around CPT publication timing and understanding which procedure categories are changing.
What You Will Learn
- Which broad procedure areas are receiving new CPT codes for 2006.
- How the article frames the transition from temporary to permanent coding for selected services.
- Which specialties and organizations are referenced in the discussion of upcoming code changes.
- What types of CPT changes are pending publication in 2006.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding managers
- Billing staff
- Orthopedic and spine practice staff
- Wound care billing staff
- Payer policy staff
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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