CPT coding of breast procedures requires detailed understanding of the structure of the CPT coding system, the guidance specific to proper coding of breast procedures, and clinical knowledge of both breast anatomy and current medical procedures. CPT®: Coding of Breast Procedures explores the documentation necessary to distinguish between similar or related common breast procedures and ensure coding is both accurate and complete.
CPT: Coding of Breast Procedures
Kim Huey, MJ, CHC, CPC-M, CPC, CCS-P, PCS, CPCO, COC
$99.00
CEUs: 1 1 AHIMA
1 AAPC
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Price per person. Group rates available.
Overview
Codes change yearly! We take seriously our obligation to provide you with accurate and up-to-date instruction. This course is updated for the 2026 code set.
CPT coding of breast procedures requires detailed understanding of the structure of the CPT coding system, the guidance specific to proper coding of breast procedures, and clinical knowledge of both breast anatomy and current medical procedures.
CPT®: Coding of Breast Procedures explores the documentation necessary to distinguish between similar or related common breast procedures and ensure coding is both accurate and complete:
- Fine needle aspiration vs. core needle biopsy procedures
- Breast biopsy, localization and mastectomy procedures
- Excision vs. biopsy of lesion of breast
- Excision of lesion vs. lumpectomy
- Axillary biopsy vs. lymphadenectomy
- Mastectomy for gynecomastia vs. reduction procedure
- Treatment of native breast vs. reconstruction
- Flap procedures
- Capsulotomy vs. capsulectomy
Decision trees aide the learner in correct code selection
Plus! Multiple decision trees are used throughout the course to lead learner through the critical decision-making steps necessary to arrive at correct code selection.
Plus! Apply what you learn! Case studies and operative reports are used to test the student’s knowledge of correct CPT coding of breast procedures.
Ready for a deep dive into CPT coding? CPT: Procedural Coding provides a broad and thorough understanding of the CPT coding system leading to correct and defensible code selection is essential for coders working in the outpatient setting or physician practices.
CPT: Breast Procedures
Lesson 1
- Breast biopsy procedures
- Breast localization
- Excision of lesions
Objectives
- Differentiate between fine needle aspiration and core needle biopsy procedures
- Describe documentation drivers breast biopsy, localization and mastectomy procedures
- Identify documentation to support excision vs. biopsy of lesion of breast
- Given a case study/operative report, correctly assign CPT codes
Lesson 2
- Mastectomy
- Breast reconstruction procedures
Objectives
- Differentiate between excision of lesion and lumpectomy
- Identify documentation support axillary biopsy and lymphadenectomy
- Differentiate between mastectomy for gynecomastia and reduction procedure
- Distinguish between mastectomy procedures
- Identify coding ranges for treatment of native breast vs. reconstruction
- Differentiate between flap procedures
- Distinguish between capsulotomy and capsulectomy
- Given a case study/operative report, correctly assign CPT codes
The level of effort to complete this course, start to finish, is equivalent to 1 CEU and should take you approximately 1-3 hours to complete. Remember: You have access to the course materials for the full 4-week enrollment period and we encourage you to re-review any materials that are helpful to you.
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of the course work, student will be able to download a Libman Education Certificate of Completion. The Certificate of Completion will list the course as awarding 1 CEU.
AHIMA: 1 CEU
This course has been approved for continuing education units (CEUs) for use in fulfilling the continuing education requirements of the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Granting prior approval from AHIMA does not constitute endorsement of the program content or its program sponsor.
AAPC: 1 CEU
This program has the prior approval of AAPC for continuing education hours. Granting of prior approval in no way constitutes endorsement by AAPC of the program content or the program sponsor.
- WebinarPlus™ multimedia and interactive online training format promotes engagement with challenging materials while offering independent self-study.
- Downloadable and printable “Course Highlights” saves time! This active learning tool assists with mastery of the course content.
- Teaching methods including audio and video files, diagrams, and animations to accommodate different learning styles. Where appropriate, the Merck Manual Professional Version supplements course materials with in-depth descriptions of diagnoses and/or procedures.
- Knowledge checks and/or final assessment ensure mastery of material.
- Online Flexibility! Materials available via secure Learning Management System (LMS). Work at your own pace — save time and travel costs.
- Earn Libman Education Certificate of Completion and CEUs.
- To receive CEU credit, students must achieve a passing rate on the course assessment(s).
- Course is self-paced. For planning purposes, assume 1-3 hours required for each CEU.
- Unlimited course access during enrollment period. For courses offering greater than one CEU, enrollment period is 16 weeks. For courses offering one or fewer CEUs, enrollment period is 4 weeks. Depending on the topic, some courses may offer an extended enrollment period. Courses purchased as a bundle or package may have a longer enrollment period.
- Extensions to the enrollment period are available.
- Price listed is per person/per course. Group rates available upon request.
Kim Huey, MJ, CHC, CPC, CCS-P, PCS, CPCO, COC, CPC-M
As owner of KGG Coding and Reimbursement Consulting, LLC, Kim Huey is an independent coding and reimbursement consultant, providing audit, training and oversight of coding and reimbursement functions for physicians.
Kim completed three years of pre-medical education at the University of Alabama before she decided that she preferred the business side of medicine. She completed a Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Management and went on to obtain certification through AAPC and AHIMA. Recognizing the important position of compliance in today’s environment, she has obtained certification as a Certified Professional Compliance Officer and has earned a Master of Jurisprudence in Health Law. Kim has authored numerous articles, spoken at local, state and national conferences and presented audioconferences related to the business side of medicine. Kim has worked with providers in virtually all specialties, from General Surgery to Obstetrics/Gynecology to Oncology to Internal Medicine and beyond.
Kim expresses her confidence in coders at this time of critical change in healthcare:
“Coding is the universal language of healthcare. Individuals who put in the effort to master this language and understand in detail how to properly assign codes, monitor the AI-supported coding process, and analyze the resulting impacts on data and reimbursement are well positioned for critical jobs in the revenue cycle of our organizations. It is an exciting time to be a coder!”
Kim can be reached at kim@kimthecoder.com
Gail I. Smith, MA, RHIA, CCS-P
Gail Smith is a nationally recognized educator, thought leader in use of Artificial Intelligence in workforce training, and advocate for the advancement of health information management (HIM) professionals.
A strong believer that ‘coders learn by coding,’ Gail has worked with Libman Education as a course author since 2013 and has written both instructional materials organized by body system (breast, spinal fusion, and others) and hands-on Practical Coding Experiences designed to increase both quality of coding and productivity.
Gail was an associate professor and director of the HIM program at the University of Cincinnati and HIM program director at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Gail was author of several textbooks, including Basic Procedural Terminology and HCPCS Coding published by the American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA). Gail currently consults with an international software company specializing in medical terminologies. Gail is President of Gail I. Smith Consulting.
Gail’s unique approach to professional development of coders is integral to her work with Libman Education. According to Gail:
“One cannot possibly teach every coding scenario a coder will experience in their career. Coding education must focus instead on how to arrive at an accurate and defensible code assignment. It is the difference between learning to fish and being given a fish. If you learn to code instead of being given answers to memorize, you will be able to arrive at the complete codes more quickly and with greater confidence.”
“My organization purchased CPT: Coding of Breast Procedures for one of our coders. She was very satisfied with the course content.” — Sara Scott, Highlands Oncology Group
“We do some very extensive breast procedures here in our health system and the coders found the CPT Coding of Breast Procedures course VERY helpful and informative.” — Andrea Cook
“So glad to hear that Gail will be leading this course. She is an exceptional educator.” — HIM Practitioner, on Gail’s course CPT: Introduction to Procedural Coding
“I have completed the CPT update course and loved it. Pairing the audio with the visual works well for my learning style. It was well worth the money for me to spend. Much better than the quickie, run-through-everything-in-an-hour CEU offerings work allows us.” — Karin A., MPS, RHIT, CPC-I, CPC, CMA, PBT, Professional Coding Quality Specialist, on Gail’s course CPT® Code Updates
“by the way, Gail’s course is great, I am enjoying!” — HIM Director
“I recently completed the CPT Update. I thought it was a wonderful course. It is so important as a coder that I know and understand the changes each year. This course was very helpful to me.” — Marcelette on Gail’s course CPT® Code Updates
“Gail Smith is one of my favorite resources, the work that your team is doing is outstanding and professional, Thanks again, for your help” — HIM Coder
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