AMA CPT® Assistant - 2015 Issue 6 (June)
Coding Brief: Radiostereometric Analysis (Category III Codes 0348T-0350T) (June 2015)
June 2015 page 8 Coding Brief: Radiostereometric Analysis (Category III Codes 0348T-0350T) Radiostereometric analysis (RSA) is the process of taking two planar radiographs from two points of view simultaneously in combination with a superimposed calibration cage followed by processing of the images for the precise localization of anatomic structures in three-dimensional space. One potential use for RSA is to monitor orthopedic implant migration after surgery. Because RSA is in some respects similar to conventional radiographic exams, and because RSA was not previously considered a separate service in the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code set, three new Category III...
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Article Overview
This June 2015 Coding Brief discusses radiostereometric analysis (RSA) in the context of CPT Category III reporting. It describes the general workflow, typical postoperative follow-up setting, and the kinds of procedural context covered by the article, along with a clinical example and procedure description. The piece is relevant to coding professionals, orthopedic practices, and imaging staff working with CPT guidance from the AMA/CPT Assistant.
Why This Topic Matters
RSA is a specialized imaging-related service with distinct CPT Category III reporting considerations, so understanding the scope of the article helps readers evaluate whether they need the full guidance for postoperative orthopedic imaging documentation and code assignment.
Article Sections
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Coding Brief: Radiostereometric Analysis (Category III Codes 0348T-0350T)
Introduces the topic, the general purpose of the article, and the coding context for radiostereometric analysis within CPT.
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Clinical Example (0349T)
Presents a representative postoperative patient scenario related to the service discussed in the article.
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Description of Procedure
Summarizes the general steps involved in the imaging workflow and the types of analysis performed before physician review.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames radiostereometric analysis within CPT Category III guidance.
- What broad service elements are associated with the imaging workflow.
- Why the article includes postoperative follow-up and clinical example context.
- How the article situates RSA within orthopedic and imaging documentation topics.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Orthopedic practice staff
- Radiology/imaging departments
- Physician documentation staff
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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