RCC Radiology CPT Code Selection & Bundling 2

Question 1

When billing MRI of the brain with and without contrast, which CPT code applies?

Accepted Answer

70553

Answer

CPT 70553 is used for MRI of the brain performed both without and with contrast.

Question 2

Which CPT code describes a limited ultrasound of the abdomen?

Accepted Answer

76705

Answer

CPT 76705 reports a limited abdominal ultrasound when not all required organs are examined.

Question 3

Bundling edits prevent separate billing of which two services when performed together?

Accepted Answer

Imaging guidance and the primary procedure it guides

Answer

CCI edits bundle imaging guidance codes with the primary procedures they guide when performed together.

Question 4

A radiologist interprets a CT of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast. Which CPT code should be reported?

Accepted Answer

74178

Answer

CPT 74178 describes combined CT abdomen and pelvis with contrast in a single examination.

Question 5

Which modifier is appended to indicate that a service was performed bilaterally?

Accepted Answer

Modifier 50

Answer

Modifier 50 indicates a bilateral procedure was performed during the same operative session.

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