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Highlighting, underlining and brief notations needed for day today coding is permitted on the printed side of the page. Number sets, also called medical codes, each represent a unique descriptor found in one of the three books. For the circc exam, you may use the cpt, hcpcs level ii, and anatomical charts to assist in catheter selection labeled with catheter selectivity. If your practice has a question about different medical coding and billing. Valid 2020 cpt and hcpcs codes must be used for services performed on or. Bullet to the left of the code denotes this is a new code thats never been used before. Each number set has a preassigned meaning and is listed in one of three coding books. Tci books delivers industrybest cpt, hcpcs, and icd10 coding books to keep your team equipped for success. Since the code sets for each coding book are updated every year, its essential for coders to have the current years books to ensure accurate performance.