RADIOLOGY: Radiology Coding Just Got More Complicated

Why This Topic Matters

These edits can affect claim edits, code pairing, and reimbursement workflows across radiology and cardiovascular services. Understanding the scope of the bundling changes helps coding teams review claims accurately and prepare for the new edit set.

Article Sections

1. New Correct Coding Initiative edits for radiology services

   Introduces the upcoming edit changes affecting multiple radiology service categories. The section frames the broader impact on cardiac imaging, subtraction studies, CT-related services, and other procedure groups.

2. TEE, ultrasound bundled with cardiac catheterization

   Covers edit changes involving cardiac catheterization, intracardiac electrophysiology procedures, transesophageal echocardiography, and ultrasonic guidance. The section also notes where the edits apply across broad procedure families and where exceptions are described.