To complete the description for a CPT code that has an indented description, you should ____.
A) refer to the next CPT code for further information
B) refer to the description for the previous CPT code to complete the description
C) use the index to find the main CPT code to be combined with this one
D) try to think of another way to describe the procedure being coded
E) refer to the previous year's CPT manual for guidance

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Indented descriptions in CPT codes rely on the preceding entry for their full context, meaning you should refer to the description of the previous CPT code to complete the indented description.

To Complete the Description for a CPT Code That Has