Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)

Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a standardized coding system used in the healthcare industry to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. Developed by the American Medical Association (AMA), CPT codes provide a uniform language that doctors, insurers, and health care providers use to communicate about patient care. Each code corresponds to a specific procedure or service, enabling accurate billing, reporting, and tracking of medical services. This system helps ensure that providers are compensated properly for their work and allows for the analysis of healthcare trends and outcomes.