AMA Clinical Examples in Radiology - 2026 Issue 2 (Spring)
Questions and Answers
Spring 2026 pages 21-24 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS QUESTION ANSWER How would codes 70540 - 70543 be reported for magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the orbit, face, and/or neck if two or more areas were imaged during the same session? Codes 70540 - 70543 are used to report MRI of the orbit, face, and/or neck. Regardless of whether one, two, or all three areas are imaged during a session, it would be appropriate to report only one code from this range per imaging session, depending on if and how contrast was used during the imaging session. For Medicare patients, refer...
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Article Overview
This Q&A article addresses practical radiology coding topics for Medicare and other payer contexts. It discusses how to approach MRI imaging of the orbit, face, and neck when multiple areas are involved, reporting considerations for contrast in CT, date-of-service handling for radiology professional and technical components, and coding options associated with computer-aided detection or AI in breast ultrasound. The content is intended for coders, billing staff, and radiology practices that need a broad understanding of current reporting guidance and payer-related distinctions.
Why This Topic Matters
Radiology coding often depends on the imaging component, payer context, and whether ancillary services are separately reportable. Understanding these general reporting topics helps reduce claim errors and supports more consistent billing workflows.
Article Sections
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Spring 2026 pages 21-24
A question-and-answer set covering radiology coding guidance for imaging sessions, contrast reporting, date-of-service handling, and breast ultrasound-related technology topics.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames MRI reporting when more than one anatomic area is imaged in a session
- What general considerations are discussed for contrast reporting with CT services
- How date of service is treated for radiology professional and technical components
- What broad coding issues are raised for CAD and AI in breast ultrasound
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Radiology billing staff
- Physician practice administrators
- Hospital outpatient billing teams
- Imaging center staff
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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