AMA CPT® Assistant - 1999 Issue 6 (June)

Radiology, 76090 (Q&A) (June 1999)

June 1999 page 10b Coding Consultation Radiology, 76090 (Q&A) Question What is the code for a male mammogram? AMA Comment The descriptors in the mammography codes 76090-76092 do not specify male or female, therefore the codes can be reported for both female or male patients. The main difference in designating the intended use of the codes can be found in the descriptors (screening vs diagnostic). Radiology, 76090 (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 1999; June 1999 page 10b ...

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