Current Procedural Terminology, perhaps better known by its abbreviation “CPT,” is the coding system the medical field uses to document healthcare services during a procedure. This system is extensive ...

If the surgeon leaves the incision of a simple or single abscess removal open to drain on its own, CPT 10060 should be used. If there is need to place a drain or pack to allow for continuous drainage ...

Coders would still use CPT 22554 if the physician performs a minimal discectomy without the decompression procedure. But while last year, coders could report a cervical arthrodesis and discectomy ...