Radiology (May 2003)

May 2003 page 19 Coding Consultation:Questions and Answers Radiology, 74270 (Q&A) Question What is the appropriate CPT code to report for a procedure called a defecography? The study involves placing barium in the rectum and then taking films during defecation. AMA Comment The appropriate code to report for this procedure would be 74270, Radiologic examination, colon; barium enema, with or without KUB. A defecography is an X-ray exam of the elimination of stool from the rectum and can show both the functional aspects of defecation, and defects in ano-rectal anatomy. Radiology (May 2003). CPT® Assistant. 2003; May 2003...

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This premium article presents a coding consultation in Radiology from May 2003 focused on a single question about procedure categorization in CPT. It is useful for coders, billing staff, and radiology practices that want to understand the scope of the guidance and the general type of answer provided in the article. The content is a brief Q&A format rather than a broad policy update, and it centers on radiology procedure reporting.

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Radiology practices and coding teams often need quick clarification on how a named imaging procedure is represented in CPT. This article provides that kind of targeted guidance in a concise Q&A format, making it relevant for coding accuracy and documentation review.

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  1. May 2003 page 19

    A brief coding consultation presented as a question-and-answer item. The section addresses a radiology procedure reporting topic and the related CPT discussion.

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  • Radiology coders
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  • Radiology department staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals

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