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Official guidelines to code medical services and procedures properly.
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Immunization codes & descriptors

CPT codes streamline the reporting of immunizations for the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).
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CPT® Editorial Panel meetings

Review the CPT® Editorial Panel & RUC meetings and calendar

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CPT code set overview

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What is CPT and types of CPT codes

The CPT® coding system offers doctors across the country a uniform process for coding medical services that streamlines reporting and increases accuracy and efficiency.
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CPT® Editorial Panel

Ensures that CPT codes remain up to date and reflect the latest medical care provided to patients.
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How to apply for a CPT® code

See the requirements for the development and review of CPT codes and other information about the CPT application process.
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Criteria for CPT® Category I and Category III Codes

Review the criteria for CPT® Category I and Category III Codes.
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Criteria for CPT® Category II Codes

Review the criteria for CPT® Category II Codes.
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Category II application

Apply for Category II CPT code proposals.
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Sample format: Required clinical vignettes

Find samples for required CPT® clinical vignettes, including the typical patient treated and description of procedures or services rendered.
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Code change instructions

Familiarize yourself with the instructions for completing the CPT® Coding Change Request Form.
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Statement on lobbying

Read the AMA's position on applicants attempting to influence either CPT Advisors or the Editorial Panel on a code change request.
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FAQs: Code change application

Find answers to frequently asked questions about the CPT application process.

CPT® licensing

Any individual or entity using CPT content needs permission or a license (i.e., a written agreement authorizing use of CPT codes) from the AMA or an authorized distributor. 

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Coding and billing resources

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Summary of Panel actions

Find information about the summary of Panel actions, a document prepared after each meeting of the CPT editorial panel.
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Category I Vaccine Codes

Find information about CPT Category I Vaccine Codes
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Category II Codes

Discover material regarding CPT Category II Codes.
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Category III Codes

Learn about the latest news for CPT Category III Codes.
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Molecular Pathology Tier 2 Codes

See the most recently approved CPT® Molecular Pathology Tier 2 Codes.
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Multianalyte Assays with Algorithmic Analyses Codes

Find information about the most recently approved administrative Multianalyte Assays with Algorithmic Analyses (MAAA) codes.
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Errata & technical corrections

Read about the latest corrections to the AMA-published CPT code books.

Proprietary Laboratory Analyses (PLA) Codes

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CPT® PLA Codes

Explore information about the CPT® Proprietary Laboratory Analyses (PLA) codes and how to request that codes be added to the PLA section of the CPT code.
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FAQs: CPT® PLA

Get answers to questions about the CPT® Proprietary Laboratory Analyses code set.
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Help create CPT® PLA Codes

Learn how members of the PLA Technical Advisory Group (PLA-TAG) play a crucial role in the PLA Code creation process.

Additional coding resources

  • ICD-10 overview: As a HIPAA-mandated code set, all covered entities (physicians, other health care providers, payers and clearinghouses) must use ICD-10 to be in compliance with HIPAA.
  • Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS): As a HIPAA-mandated code set, all covered entities  (physicians, other health care providers, payers and clearinghouses) must use ICD-10 to be in compliance with HIPAA.
  • RVS Update Committee (RUC): Understand the role the AMA/Specialty Society RUC plays in providing physicians a voice in shaping Medicare relative values.
  • RVS Update Committee (RUC) members: Read about the members who make up the RUC and the specialty society they represent.