Ultrasound

Why This Topic Matters

The update changes how pregnancy ultrasound services are categorized and reported, especially when more than one fetus is scanned. Understanding the revised structure helps practices align documentation and claims with the updated CPT framework.

Article Sections

1. CPT 2003 obstetrical ultrasound code changes

   Introduces the scope of the CPT update for pregnancy ultrasound services and highlights the coding areas affected by the revision.

2. New and revised obstetrical ultrasound codes

   Summarizes the updated pregnancy ultrasound code set and the types of ultrasound services addressed by the changes.

3. Interpretation of the new coding structure

   Provides commentary on how the revised code structure affects obstetrical imaging services and specialty practice settings.

4. Multiple gestation billing considerations

   Discusses reporting of scans involving more than one fetus and the general billing implications for those services.

5. Follow-up ultrasound reporting

   Addresses the updated follow-up ultrasound code and the circumstances described for its use in the article.