New Codes: Learn These New Codes For Biopsies, Venous Mapping

Why This Topic Matters

It helps readers understand which service categories were changing under CMS policy and which existing code families and telehealth topics were being affected, supporting accurate awareness of billing and coverage developments.

Article Sections

1. Biopsy and aspiration coding update

   Covers a CMS-created coding change related to bone marrow biopsy and aspiration services performed on the same date of service. The section places the update in the context of outpatient procedural billing.

2. Venous mapping for hemodialysis access

   Discusses a new CMS code for vascular mapping tied to hemodialysis access planning and how it relates to existing vascular and duplex ultrasound services. The section also notes the broader procedural context for access placement and related surgery.

3. Telemedicine on the rise

   Summarizes CMS telehealth coverage decisions involving several service categories and the agency’s stance on adding them to the covered list. The section also addresses ESRD-related telehealth coverage discussions.