Updates to Breast Biopsy and Arthrodesis Codes Top CPT 2001 Changes

Why This Topic Matters

CPT annual updates can change how common surgical services are reported and reimbursed. This article helps readers identify which parts of CPT 2001 may be relevant to their practice and where related guidance from Medicare-era fee schedule material is discussed.

Article Sections

1. Breast Biopsy

   Summarizes the 2001 reorganization of breast biopsy coding, including new and revised procedures, related imaging guidance, and associated radiology supervision and interpretation references.

2. Using Modifier -62 in Co-surgery Procedures

   Discusses CPT guidance for co-surgery reporting and the article’s example involving arthrodesis and an anterior approach.

3. Naso- or Oro-gastric Intubation

   Reviews the CPT 2001 discussion of tube placement, related imaging support, and Medicare payment status information.

4. Endovascular Graft Repair Coding

   Covers the new abdominal aortic aneurysm repair section, related radiology supervision and interpretation references, and the accompanying code group.

5. Additional Codes and Revisions to CPT 2001

   Lists several other CPT 2001 additions and revisions spanning laparoscopic, esophageal, intestinal, vascular, gynecologic, blood collection, and transplant-related services.