Thursday, July 2, 2026

Run, Don’t Walk: AMA CPT Big Changes for Software-Dependent Services

Run, Don’t Walk: AMA CPT Big Changes for Software-Dependent Services

I wrote a long blog on Appendix S a few days ago, here's the concise version I used as a mini-post on Linked In.
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AMA has published the 2027 version of “Appendix S,” its greatly-revised policies for software-intensive services. 
  • But there’s more! AMA is also rolling out BIG changes and never-before-seen requirements in the CPT new code process.
  • Apply quickly to understand and track these changes before the 9/2026 CPT meeting in Minneapolis.

See the AMA CPT AI press release:
https://lnkd.in/gufqGaNj

See the new 2027 Appendix S for AI:
https://lnkd.in/gZ-55ggj

Go to AMA CPT “Smart App”, being sure you click at top for “interested Party Portal.” (May require email registration.)
https://lnkd.in/gx-YVr8P

Now, click on Tab 94 for IP (Interested party) access.

This is the lab version of the CPT application, but I believe the general-code version opens for comment by July 13.

See "green" text: There are A LOT of changes proposed for evaluating and documenting AI or other software during the CPT application process – including a lot of new applicant work and new committee review responsibilities.

I expect by mid-July CMS will release the same changes for the "general purpose" code change process.  AMA CPT may also soon release information on the new CMAA algorithmic services code category - that will be either now July-August or this winter December-January.