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SARS-CoV-2 antibody tests: Learn the essentials on new CPT codes

Discover how to properly report the serologic laboratory testing that will help determine U.S. COVID-19 prevalence and guide pivotal public health decisions.

CPT®
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Getting physicians what they need to fight the pandemic

The AMA is leading the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. See daily video updates on how the AMA is fighting COVID-19 by expanding telehealth, support through CPT and more.

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Infectious Diseases
AMA Update
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New CPT code for COVID-19 testing: What you should know

With the WHO declaring COVID-19 a global pandemic, streamlined reporting and tracking of the disease is urgent. Learn how to use the new CPT code that will help.

Infectious Diseases
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New CPT code announced to report novel coronavirus test

New code expedited for immediate use to streamline data-driven response to COVID-19 pandemic.

Press Releases
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March 12, 2020: Advocacy spotlight on Emergency COVID-19 funding approved

COVID-19 funding approved by Congress and CMS clarifies coverage and payment in the latest AMA Advocacy Update Spotlight.

Advocacy Update
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CPT fast tracking code development for novel coronavirus test

If approved, the new CPT code will support the response to the urgent public health need for streamlined reporting of novel coronavirus testing.

Press Releases
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AMA: Insurers misused CPT codes to hide administrative costs

The codes ensure uniform language for medical services and procedures, physicians tell a federal court in a brief, and other uses erode patient trust.

Judicial Advocacy
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Oct. 4, 2019: Advocacy spotlight on Highlights of CMS' 2020 physician fee schedule and QPP proposed rule

The AMA has submitted comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) on the 2020 physician fee schedule and quality payment program (QPP) proposed rule. Find out about this and other highlights.

Advocacy Update
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Medicare pay should recognize value of surgeons' office visits

The AMA will take a deeper dive into one aspect of the proposal from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Medicare & Medicaid