CPT® 2026 introduces new bundled procedures, revised time thresholds, and specialty-specific changes, and this guide shows auditors where risk is rising and how to prepare.
Each year brings CPT® updates, but CPT® 2026 introduces a level of complexity that directly impacts audit risk, consistency, and workload.
From bundled procedures and revised time thresholds to specialty-specific changes and permanent code transitions, audit teams must adapt quickly to keep pace.
This guide provides a focused, audit-centric breakdown of the CPT® 2026 changes that matter most and outlines how audit programs can proactively evolve for the year ahead.
Inside the guide:
- High-priority CPT® 2026 audit risk areas
- What bundled services and revised time thresholds mean for documentation
- Specialty-specific audit considerations for vascular, urology, and remote monitoring
- Practical guidance for modernizing audit workflows