Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2017 Issue 12
Part B Coding Coach: Get a Grip on New Category III Code Options for 2018 Claims
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Article Overview
This article explains a set of CPT 2018 Category III updates that may affect claims in surgery and related settings, with emphasis on new temporary codes tied to emerging technologies and procedures. It also covers broader Category III context, including how these codes relate to other CPT sections, why temporary codes are used, and the need to verify continuing code validity as part of routine coding review. The article is relevant to coders, billers, and clinical documentation staff who work with CPT updates, Category III reporting, and general surgery or integumentary services.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers identify whether the article is relevant to CPT 2018 update work, especially for practices that encounter emerging procedures, temporary coding pathways, or CPT Category III status tracking.
Article Sections
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Tip: Review the CPT Integumentary section for scar procedure differentiation
Introduces the general topic of scar-related procedures and points readers to a broader CPT section for related service categories.
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Check Out New Codes
Presents newly added CPT Category III codes tied to emerging procedures, including scar treatment and other services that may affect surgical billing workflows.
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Understand Category III
Explains the general purpose of Category III codes and their role in tracking emerging services and temporary code status.
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Check expiration
Addresses the need to monitor the ongoing status of temporary CPT codes and verify whether they remain active each year.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames CPT 2018 Category III updates
- What general types of emerging procedures are discussed
- How Category III codes differ in purpose from standard CPT coding categories
- Why temporary code status requires periodic review
- Which broad CPT sections and specialties are relevant to the discussion
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- General surgery practices
- Outpatient coding educators
- Clinical documentation staff
Codes Discussed
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