E/M Companion 2023

The CPT E/M Companion 2023 is the ultimate AMA-authored supplement reference guide to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2023 Professional Edition. It helps users understand the changes to certain evaluation and management (E/M) services, how to report these new and revised or consolidated codes, and how to apply the revised and new guidelines effective Jan 1, 2023. It is designed with intermediate users in mind and does not reproduce most of the tables or guidelines in the CPT 2023 Professional Edition.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 50 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2022
Publisher: American Medical Association

The CPT E/M Companion 2023 is the ultimate AMA-authored supplement reference guide to the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2023 Professional Edition. It is meticulously designed to assist users in comprehending the nuances of the recent changes to specific evaluation and management (E/M) services. This comprehensive guide equips users with the knowledge and skills necessary to report the new and revised or consolidated codes effectively, as well as to apply the revised and new guidelines seamlessly, effective January 1, 2023.

In order to align with the 2021 revisions to the E/M office and other outpatient codes, the 2023 E/M changes introduce a streamlined set of E/M guidelines that apply across various service settings. These revisions encompass code descriptors that accurately reflect the structure approved in the office visit revisions, as well as a uniform Medical Decision Making (MDM) table for all the specified service locations, including office or other outpatient visits.

This AMA-authored publication is specifically crafted with intermediate users in mind. Its content is written and organized in a manner that is intuitive and accessible to all intermediate users who have a solid understanding of the E/M section of the CPT code set. To conserve space and maximize the value-added content, this publication does not reproduce most of the tables or guidelines found in the CPT 2023 Professional Edition.

In addition to the CPT E/M Companion 2023, the AMA has also developed a dedicated section for E/M 2023 within the CPT Knowledge Base. For more detailed information on this, please visit {URL}

The CPT E/M Companion 2023 serves as a valuable tool for users seeking to navigate and comprehend the 2023 E/M revisions across diverse service groups. These include inpatient and observation care services, consultations services, emergency department services, nursing facility services, and home and residence services. By providing comprehensive guidance and insights, this companion guide empowers users to effectively report the new and revised codes, apply the revised guidelines, and ensure compliance with the latest industry standards.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781640162761