Medical coding

CPT code 90834 covers individual psychotherapy sessions running 38 to 52 minutes of face-to-face time — commonly called the "45-minute therapy session." It's the highest-volume psychotherapy code in most outpatient…

CPT code 97530 covers therapeutic activities — direct, one-on-one, dynamic movement-based interventions that a physical therapist, occupational therapist, or speech-language pathologist uses to rebuild a patient's functional performance. It's billed…

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) introduced six new HCPCS Level II codes in the April 2026 Integrated Outpatient Code Editor (I/OCE) Version 27.1. These updates are effective…

Understanding when to code a procedure as a biopsy versus an excision or other treatment is essential for accurate CPT coding, compliance, and reimbursement. Misinterpreting the intent of the procedure…

Staying updated with CPT® code changes is critical for every medical coder, biller, and healthcare organization. The American Medical Association (AMA) has released mid-year CPT® updates for 2026, impacting Category…