Yes, the American Medical Association (AMA) did release new evaluation and management (E/M) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes for 2021. These codes became effective on January 1, 2021, and were designed to simplify documentation requirements and better reflect the work that clinicians do to care for their patients.
The 2021 E/M CPT code set includes revisions to the guidelines for office and outpatient visits, as well as new codes for prolonged services, visit complexity, and care coordination. These changes were intended to reduce the administrative burden on clinicians and improve the accuracy and specificity of billing and coding practices.
Overall, the 2021 E/M CPT code set represents a significant step forward in streamlining and improving the billing and coding process for clinicians, while also ensuring that patients receive the care they need and deserve.