decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2007 Issue 1 (January)
Use these 120 replacement codes for 110 codes set for deletion this year
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Article Overview
This article reviews a 2006-to-2007 coding crosswalk drawn from the physician fee schedule and CPT changes. It is aimed at coders, billers, and reimbursement staff who need to understand broad code-set updates, deleted-code replacements, and general coverage caveats for services spanning imaging, surgery, cardiology, urology, and other specialties.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers identify where coding changes may affect claim submission, payment, and code selection at the start of the year. The article also highlights that reimbursement and coverage may depend on payer policy, making the crosswalk relevant for compliance and billing workflow.
Article Sections
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Overview of 2007 coding crosswalk changes
Introduces the annual deleted-code replacement list and explains the article’s purpose as a year-to-year coding crosswalk. It also notes broad reimbursement and coverage considerations.
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2006-2007 Medicare coding crosswalk
Presents the main crosswalk table pairing deleted codes with replacement codes or other status notes. The entries span multiple service categories and specialties.
What You Will Learn
- How the article organizes 2006-to-2007 code replacements
- Which broad clinical areas are affected by the annual code changes
- What types of services are represented in the crosswalk
- How the article frames payer coverage and reimbursement context
- Where deleted codes were replaced by new, split, or unlisted codes
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Medical billers
- Revenue cycle staff
- Physician practice managers
- Compliance staff
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