CPT 2021 Professional Edition

The CPT® 2021 Professional Edition is the definitive AMA-authored resource to help health care professionals correctly report and bill medical procedures and services. It includes hundreds of code, guideline, and text changes, as well as cross-referenced information in popular AMA resources. It also has a comprehensive index, anatomical and procedural illustrations, coding tips, enhanced codebook table of contents, section-specific table of contents, and multiple appendices.

Format: Spiral bound
Length: 1000 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: American Medical Association

The CPT® 2021 Professional Edition is the ultimate AMA-authored resource for healthcare professionals to accurately report and bill medical procedures and services. Providers seek accurate reimbursement, while payers prioritize efficient claims processing. As the CPT® code set is a dynamic and ever-evolving standard, relying on an outdated codebook is insufficient. To ensure proper reporting and billing, the CPT® 2021 Professional Edition is the cornerstone.

Only the AMA, with the guidance of physicians and other healthcare experts, creates and maintains the CPT code set. No other publisher can make this claim. No other codebook offers the official guidelines to code medical services and procedures accurately.

The CPT® 2021 Professional Edition codebook encompasses hundreds of code, guideline, and text changes, along with numerous features designed to enhance your understanding and usage of the CPT code set. These features include:

CPT® Changes: This section provides detailed explanations of the changes made to the CPT code set for the year 2021. It includes information on new codes, revised codes, deleted codes, and code descriptions.

CPT® Assistant: This feature offers a user-friendly interface to assist in navigating the CPT code set. It provides cross-referenced information in popular AMA resources, such as the CPT® Manual and the AMA CPT® Assistant, which can further enhance your understanding of the CPT code set.

Clinical Examples in Radiology: Citations provide cross-referenced information in popular AMA resources that can enhance your understanding of the CPT code set specifically related to radiology procedures.

E/M 2021 Code Changes: This section provides guidelines on the updated codes for the office or other outpatient and prolonged services section. It incorporates the 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) updates, ensuring you have the most current information for coding these services.

A Comprehensive Index: A comprehensive index aids in locating codes related to a specific procedure, service, anatomic site, condition, synonym, eponym, or abbreviation. This feature allows for a clearer and quicker search, making it easier to find the appropriate CPT code for your reporting needs.

Anatomical and Procedural Illustrations: Anatomical and procedural illustrations help improve coding accuracy and understanding of the anatomy and procedures being discussed. These illustrations provide visual representations that can enhance your understanding of the coding process.

Coding Tips Throughout Each Section: Coding tips throughout each section provide valuable insights and guidance on the nuances of the CPT code set. These tips can help you interpret and apply the codes correctly, ensuring accurate reimbursement for your services.

Enhanced Codebook Table of Contents: The enhanced codebook table of contents allows users to perform a quick search of the codebook's entire content without being in a specific section. This feature enhances convenience and efficiency, making it easier to locate the information you need.

Section-Specific Table of Contents: Section-specific tables of contents provide a breakdown of the content within each section of the codebook. This feature allows users to easily navigate to the relevant information and codes for their specific reporting requirements.

In summary, the CPT® 2021 Professional Edition is the definitive resource for healthcare professionals seeking accurate reimbursement and efficient claims processing. With its comprehensive coverage, cross-referenced information, and user-friendly features, the CPT® 2021 Professional Edition ensures you have the official guidelines to code medical services and procedures properly. Invest in this essential tool today and elevate your coding proficiency to new heights.

Weight: 2034g
Dimension: 246 x 289 x 47 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781640160491