Overview

Full code details can be viewed for CPT, ICD, HCPCS and Modifier codes.

Code numbers, descriptions and related codes are found at the top of each code detail page. These include: code number, code description, relevant icons to provide you with quick information on required coding and/or payment indicators, as well as a link to View Related Codes to show you codes from within the same family and/or codes numerically close to the one you are viewing. You can navigate to any related code by clicking its link.

Clinical details are found in the left-hand side of any code detail page. These can include: Definition, Illustration, Documentation Finder (CPT only), Sample Operative Reports.

Coding and Billing Details are found in the center of any code detail page. These can include: Code Conventions (ICD), Coding & Billing Tips, Fees & RVUs, Guidelines, NCD and/or LCD policies, CCI edits, HCPCS, ICD, CPT, Modifier and/or ASA Crosslinks. (SelectCoder Professional or Expert level subscription access required to view many of these references.). Click on the links and/or the Show hyperlink to the right of the column heading to view the information and/or data.

Instructional references are found in the right-hand side of any code detail page. These can include: Utilization data to identify denial risk, DecisionHealth article knowledgebase of Ask the Expert Q&As, Coder’s Tip Sheets and Best Practice Articles, DecisionHealth Training Presentations for building better understanding of key coding principles related to the code, and AMA CPT® Assistant articles. (SelectCoder Professional or Expert level subscription, and/or add-on access required to view many of these references.). Click on the headlines to view the information and/or data.