RCC Radiology CPT Code Selection & Bundling

Question 1

Which CPT code is used to report a complete ultrasound of the abdomen?

Accepted Answer

76700

Answer

CPT 76700 represents a complete abdominal ultrasound examining all required organs.

Question 2

When a radiologist performs both the professional and technical components, which modifier indicates the global service?

Accepted Answer

No modifier needed

Answer

When a physician performs the global service (both components), no modifier is appended to the CPT code.

Question 3

CPT codes 71045 through 71048 describe chest X-rays based on which factor?

Accepted Answer

Number of views

Answer

Chest X-ray CPT codes 71045–71048 are differentiated by the number of views obtained.

Question 4

Which CPT code range covers CT of the thorax?

Accepted Answer

71250–71270

Answer

CPT codes 71250–71270 cover CT thorax without contrast, with contrast, and without/with contrast.

Question 5

What does CPT code 76376 represent in radiology?

Accepted Answer

3D rendering performed on same workstation

Answer

CPT 76376 is used when 3D rendering is performed on the same workstation as the primary image acquisition.

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