Users' questions

What CPT code replaced 73540?

What CPT code replaced 73540?

The 2015 codes for hip X-rays have been deleted (73500 to 73540) and six new codes have been added: three for unilateral (73501 to 73503) and three for bilateral (73521 to 73523). All of these codes include imaging of the pelvis when performed and are assigned strictly based on the number of views taken.

Does 73502 need a modifier?

73502 is a unilateral code which would require modifier RT or LT.

What is procedure code 73560?

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 73560 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Lower Extremities.

What is procedure code 72040?

CPT-72040. Radiologic examination, spine, cervical; two or three views.

What CPT code replaced 73500?

The Workgroup marked codes 72170, 73500, 73520, and 73550 for “restructuring as bundled services for hip, pelvis, and femur.” As a result, CPT® added “a new family of six bundled codes (73501-73503, 73521-73523) for hip and pelvis radiologic examination with a specific number of views.” These will replace deleted codes …

What CPT code replaced 72010?

72010 – radiologic examination of the entire spine (replace with 72082) 72069 – radiologic examination, spine, thoracolumbar, standing (scoliosis), (replace with 72081-72084)

What is the 26 modifier?

interpretation only
The CPT modifier 26 is used to indicate the professional component of the service being billed was “interpretation only,” and it is most commonly submitted with diagnostic tests, including radiological procedures. When using the 26 modifier, you must enter it in the first modifier field on your claim.

What is the CPT code 27130?

**For Part B of A services, the following CPT codes should be used:

Code Description
27130 ARTHROPLASTY, ACETABULAR AND PROXIMAL FEMORAL PROSTHETIC REPLACEMENT (TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY), WITH OR WITHOUT AUTOGRAFT OR ALLOGRAFT

What is the description of CPT code 73552?

CPT® 73552 in section: Radiologic examination, femur.

What is procedure code 71045?

Group 1

Code Description
71045 RADIOLOGIC EXAMINATION, CHEST; SINGLE VIEW
71046 RADIOLOGIC EXAMINATION, CHEST; 2 VIEWS
71047 RADIOLOGIC EXAMINATION, CHEST; 3 VIEWS
71048 RADIOLOGIC EXAMINATION, CHEST; 4 OR MORE VIEWS

What is procedure code 72148?

CPT® 72148, Under Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Spine and Pelvis. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 72148 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range – Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Spine and Pelvis.

What is the CPT code 72141?

MRI CPT CODE LIST

Brain and Neck Joints
MRI Cervical Spine w/o Contrast 72141 MRI Kidneys, Liver or Pancreas w/wo Contrast
MRI Cervical Spine w/wo Contrast 72156 MRA Abd. Aorta or Renals w/wo contrast
MRI Thoracic Spine w/o Contrast 72146 Pelvis
MRI Thoracic Spine w/wo Contrast 72157 MRI Bony or ST Pelvis w/o Contrast