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CPT

CPT

1 6.1
A short title for the person in charge of a ship, plane, or military unit
  • noun
  • US
translation icon : capitán
  • Medical visit information is relayed to data entry most frequently as a superbill, which is a collection of frequently used CPT codes in that particular practice.

Examples

  • Because the CPT codes are modified each year, physicians must remain cognizant of the changes to maximize reimbursement; however, doing so is often relegated to a low priority.

    Academic text (2002)
  • In many other cases, however, CPTs face a major challenge.

    Academic text (2003)
  • We were not able to locate studies that focused on the unique and important role of CPTs in hospitals.

    Academic text (2003)
  • We analyzed all case files and looked at the statistical relationships between the characteristics of the cases and the decision made by the CPT.

    Academic text (2003)
  • The authors analyzed the content of 139 case files of the children examined by the CPT in two consecutive years, recorded the case characteristics, and correlated them with the decision in a series of univariate and multivariate analyses.

    Academic text (2003)
  • The CPT led the aircraft safely through the storm, showcasing exceptional leadership skills.

  • As the CPT of the ship, she coordinated the crew's activities during the emergency.

  • The military CPT made important decisions regarding the training exercises of his unit.

Synonyms

captain
vsCPT
247 2.9

An officer in the army, navy, or police who is in charge of others

is the short written title placed before a name for the person in command
skipper
vsCPT
122 4.1

A person in charge of a ship or boat

is the short written title used for the person in command
capt
vsCPT
  • Informal
85 9.1

An informal short form for a photo caption or a team captain

is the short written title used for the person in command
commanding officer
vsCPT
  • Specialized
80 4.1

An officer in charge of a group of soldiers

is the short written title used for the person in command

Surface Forms

CPT singular
CPTs plural

Morphology

CPT = C + P + T

An abbreviation for 'captain'; the letters 'CPT' do not transparently map onto the full word for an average learner.

Etymology

CPT is an abbreviation of captain, the title for the person in command of a ship, plane, or military unit. Think of it as a short form used before a name to show that someone is the leader.