RCC Radiology CPT Code Selection & Bundling 3

Question 1

Which CPT code reports ultrasound guidance for vascular access?

Accepted Answer

76937

Answer

CPT 76937 reports ultrasound guidance for vascular access including permanent image documentation.

Question 2

When a CT scan is performed without contrast only, which suffix in the code descriptor identifies this?

Accepted Answer

Without contrast

Answer

CPT descriptors state 'without contrast' to identify scans performed without any contrast material.

Question 3

Which CPT code is used to report a screening mammogram for one breast?

Accepted Answer

77065

Answer

CPT 77065 reports a screening mammogram for a single breast (unilateral).

Question 4

A radiologist reads a two-view lumbar spine X-ray. Which CPT code applies?

Accepted Answer

72100

Answer

CPT 72100 describes a two-view radiograph of the lumbar spine.

Question 5

What is the purpose of an 'add-on' CPT code in radiology?

Accepted Answer

Reported separately only when a primary procedure is also reported

Answer

Add-on codes are always reported in conjunction with a primary procedure and cannot be billed alone.

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