An Introduction to CPT Coding: Understanding CPT: Format and Structure
Hours: 0.50
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) is a code set developed and maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA) that describes physicians' and other qualified healthcare professionals' (QHPs) medical services and procedures. CPT is also the designated code set for reporting services provided by facilities or other entities in specific circumstances. This course covers the basic structure, format, purpose, and usage of the CPT code set. This course includes an overview of the CPT sections and appendices, and the format of CPT codes, as well as the code symbols and terminology used throughout the codebook. A current copy of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®), Professional Edition, is strongly recommended to optimize your understanding of the content covered.
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) is a code set developed and maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA) that describes physicians' and other qualified healthcare professionals' (QHPs) medical services and procedures. CPT is also the designated code set for reporting services provided by facilities or other entities in specific circumstances. This course covers the basic structure, format, purpose, and usage of the CPT code set. This course includes an overview of the CPT sections and appendices, and the format of CPT codes, as well as the code symbols and terminology used throughout the codebook. A current copy of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®), Professional Edition, is strongly recommended to optimize your understanding of the content covered.
