AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2018 Quarter 2; For Your Information
New Category III CPT codes
Here is a listing of several new Category III CPT codes effective for reporting as of July 1, 2018, listed in the table below. CPT Code Long Descriptor 0505T Endovenous femoral-popliteal arterial revascularization, with transcatheter placement of intravascular stent graft(s) and closure by any method, including percutaneous or open vascular access, ultrasound guidance for vascular access when performed, all catheterization(s) and intraprocedural roadmapping and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention, all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, when performed, with crossing of the occlusive lesion in an extraluminal fashion 0506T Macular pigment optical density measurement by heterochromatic flicker photometry...
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Article Overview
This page presents a short reference listing of new Category III CPT codes effective July 1, 2018. It is intended for coders, billers, compliance teams, and other healthcare professionals who need a quick view of newly added CPT reporting options and the types of services they cover. The article is primarily a code list with descriptors rather than a narrative discussion, so it is useful for identifying whether the update affects a specialty workflow or coding reference set.
Why This Topic Matters
New Category III CPT additions can affect coding references, charge capture workflows, and tracking of emerging procedures and services. Reviewing the update helps users identify whether any newly reported CPT items are relevant to their clinical or billing environment.
What You Will Learn
- Which newly effective Category III CPT codes are listed in the update.
- What general service areas the new CPT additions relate to.
- The effective date associated with the listed code update.
- That the article is a concise code listing rather than a detailed policy discussion.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Compliance teams
- Clinical practice managers
- Health information management professionals
Codes Discussed
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