INSTRUCTIONS
There are a variety of classification systems in healthcare. Two that are used frequently in mental health and wellness are Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) coding system. Explain the purpose of each of these codes and how they are used in a mental health setting.
ANSWER
There are two widely known classification systems in health care to this date. Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) is a set of codes published by the American Medical Association (AMA). These sets of codes are used widely throughout all aspects of the medical services branch. So indeed they would be used in the mental health setting to classify certain procedures and diagnosis. The purpose for these codes are from billing. These codes determine where and to whom the billing will be going to. Sometimes the billing is sent to…. To access full answers, click on the purchase button below.