Coding for Pediatrics 2027

This year's completely updated 32nd edition of Coding for Pediatrics includes all changes in Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes—complete with expert guidance for their application. The 32nd edition is based on the 2027 Current Procedural Terminology code changes and additions with guidelines for their application.

Coding for Pediatrics 2027 is divided into the following parts:

Part 1: Coding Basics and Business Essentials includes information on code sets, compliance, and business topics such as billing and payment methodologies.

Part 2: Primarily for the Office and Other Outpatient Settings includes information on coding and billing of services such as office visits, outpatient consultations, and preventive services.

Part 3: Primarily for Hospital Settings includes information on coding for inpatient and observation services, including newborn care and surgical procedures.

Part 4: Digital Medicine Services includes discussion of the evolving codes for reporting telemedicine services and remote monitoring and interpretation of patient data.

Key Updates

• CPT 2027 code additions and updates
• Enhanced examples showing appropriate linkage of diagnosis and procedure codes
• Coding for lactation counseling provided under a physician's direction
• Reporting autonomic nervous system testing with new and revised codes
• Physician practice compliance guidance for the No Surprises Act
• Compliant documentation using augmented or artificial intelligence

Appendixes include

o Quick Reference to 2025 ICD-10-CM Pediatric Code Changes.

o Test Your Knowledge! answer key

Supplemental material is provided online, accessible with an access code, including a general doc.