CPT® Process

Did you ever wonder how a CPT^® code becomes a code?

Learn about how CPT codes are maintained, the committees involved, and the entire CPT Process, including the evolution of CPT.

If you would like to request the addition of a new code or change an existing CPT code, go to Applying for CPT Codes for all the information on submitting proposals to the CPT Editorial Panel.

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Applying for CPT® Codes
Background and all instructions and forms for submission of CPT code change request.