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2023 CPT Code Set Updates

There are 393 editorial changes in the 2023 CPT code set, including 225 new codes, 75 deletions and 93 revisions. Some of the notable changes include:
a. Deletion of lowest level office (99241) and inpatient (99251) consultation codes
b. Deletion of observation CPT codes (99217-99220, 99224-99226)
c. Deletion of code 99318 (annual nursing facility assessment
d. The domiciliary or rest home CPT codes (99334-99340) were deleted
e. Deletion of direct patient contact prolonged service codes (99354-99357).
f. Complete details on 2023 CPT changes can be found at:
https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/cpt/cpt-evaluation-and-management