Unit 6 Glossary

Current Procedural Terminology — AMA-maintained 5-digit codes describing medical procedures and services in outpatient settings. CPT codes (99202–99499) describing cognitive services — evaluating and managing patient conditions. Component of E/M coding reflecting the number/complexity of problems, data reviewed, and risk of complications. CPT concept including pre-op evaluation, the surgical procedure, and routine post-operative care within the global period. CMS-maintained alphanumeric codes supplementing CPT for supplies, equipment, drugs, and non-physician services. A 2-digit code appended to a CPT or HCPCS code providing additional information without changing the code definition. A unit of measure used in RBRVS to describe the resources (work, overhead, malpractice) associated with a service. Temporary CPT codes ending in 'T' for emerging technology; sunset after 5 years if not reclassified.