E/M Coding Alert - 2017 Issue 6
Reader Question: Clear Up Appendix B 'Moderate Sedation' Confusion
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Article Overview
This reader Q&A explains a CPT 2017 Appendix B confusion involving a publishing error, the AMA’s correction notice, and a broader change to how moderate sedation is treated in relation to certain procedures. It is useful for coders and billing staff who need to understand what the errata changes, why the appendix wording was misleading, and how the update affects CPT 2017 guidance at a high level.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps coding professionals recognize that an appendix notation in CPT 2017 was corrected by the AMA and that the change has implications for reporting moderate sedation services. It is relevant for anyone reviewing CPT updates, appendix symbols, or anesthesia/sedation-related reimbursement guidance.
Article Sections
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Question
The reader asks about a CPT 2017 Appendix B notation and whether it applies broadly to procedures marked with a specific symbol.
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Answer
The response identifies the issue as a publishing error and points to an AMA errata and technical corrections document that clarifies the Appendix B wording.
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Context
This section summarizes the broader CPT 2017 change affecting how moderate sedation is treated alongside certain services and why the update matters for reimbursement discussions.
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Resource
The article provides a source location for the AMA correction document.
What You Will Learn
- How a CPT 2017 Appendix B notation was clarified
- The role of an AMA errata in correcting published guidance
- The general impact of a CPT 2017 update on moderate sedation reporting
- Why the appendix symbol caused confusion for readers
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Practice managers
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