tci Part B Insider - 2017 Issue 11

CPT® 2018: Get Ready for These 5 Major Coding Changes Effective Jan. 1

Be aware of observation code updates because the language is confusing. Don't think you're done with coding updates just yet, because it's time to get ready for another fresh set of codes - this time from CPT®. The following breakdown can help you prepare for the changes that the American Medical Association (AMA) has set forth for coders when the calendar turns to 2018. 1. Overhaul to the Chest X-Ray Section When CMS released its 2018 proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS), practices may have noticed that it listed four new chest x-ray codes. However, the proposal didn't indicate...

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