Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) procedure codes are published by which organization?

The correct answer is the American Medical Association (AMA). The AMA is responsible for the development, publication, and management of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) codes. These codes provide standardized language for reporting medical, surgical, and diagnostic procedures and services to ensure clarity and accuracy in billing and health record documentation. The codes are updated regularly by the AMA to reflect changes in medical practice, technology, and healthcare delivery, making them a crucial component for consistent communication within the healthcare system.

The roles of other organizations mentioned are different; for instance, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) primarily focuses on the administration of national healthcare programs and does not develop CPT codes. Similarly, the Healthcare Information Management Association (HIMA) and the National Health Institute (NHI) do not have a role in the creation or management of CPT codes. HIMA is related to health information management, while NHI, now known as the National Institutes of Health (NIH), focuses on medical research and health policy rather than coding systems.