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The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code set is divided into three categories. Category I codes primarily describe:
a.Widely performed procedures and services with FDA-approved technology
b.Performance-measurement and quality tracking data
c.Emerging or experimental technologies and services
d.Durable medical equipment and supplies
Explicación
Category I CPT codes are five-digit numeric codes representing established procedures and services that are consistent with contemporary medical practice. Category II codes are supplemental tracking codes for performance measurement, and Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology. Only Category I codes have relative value units assigned for standard payment.
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