CCC Cardiac Diagnostic Testing & Monitoring Coding 2

Question 1

Which CPT code describes a complete transthoracic echocardiogram including real-time 2D imaging, M-mode, spectral Doppler, and color flow Doppler?

Accepted Answer

93306

Answer

CPT 93306 represents the most complete standard transthoracic echocardiogram, including real-time 2D, M-mode recording when performed, spectral Doppler, and color flow Doppler.

Question 2

CPT 93307 differs from CPT 93306 in that it describes a complete transthoracic echocardiogram that:

Accepted Answer

Does not include spectral or color Doppler

Answer

CPT 93307 describes a complete transthoracic echocardiogram performed without any Doppler component, distinguishing it from 93306 which includes both spectral and color Doppler.

Question 3

A complete transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is performed with probe placement, image acquisition, interpretation, and report. Which CPT code applies?

Accepted Answer

93312

Answer

CPT 93312 describes the complete TEE service including probe placement, real-time imaging, and physician interpretation and report.

Question 4

A cardiologist performs only the interpretation and written report of an echocardiogram performed at a hospital. Which modifier is appended to the echocardiography code?

Accepted Answer

Modifier 26

Answer

Modifier 26 indicates the professional component only (interpretation and report) when the facility provides the technical component (equipment, room, and technician).

Question 5

Which CPT code describes a complete transthoracic echocardiogram performed specifically for congenital cardiac anomalies?

Accepted Answer

93303

Answer

CPT 93303 describes transthoracic echocardiography for congenital cardiac anomalies, including a complete study with 2D imaging and Doppler where indicated.

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