AMA CPT® Assistant - 1997 Issue 10 (October)
Radiology, 75820 (Q&A) (October 1997)
October 1997 page 10a Coding Consultation Radiology, 75820 (Q&A) Question When performing a venography with fluoroscopy, should I report one code for the venography and one code for the fluoroscopy, or is the fluoroscopy part of the venography procedure? AMA Comment If one physician performs the venography, wherein fluoroscopy is used, then only report the venogram code ( 75820 ). If, for example, the radiologist is called into a procedure (eg, ERCP) specifically to perform the fluoroscopy, then you may only report the fluoroscopy separately. Radiology, 75820 (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 1997; October 1997 page 10a ...
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Article Overview
This archived CPT Assistant Q&A addresses a radiology coding question from October 1997. It focuses on how the article frames venography and fluoroscopy reporting in a clinical scenario, and it is relevant to coders, radiology practices, and reimbursement staff reviewing historical CPT guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand a specific CPT Assistant discussion about radiology service reporting and when separate imaging services may be considered in the context of a procedure. It is useful for anyone researching legacy CPT guidance or comparing historical coding advice with current policy.
What You Will Learn
- The scope of the radiology coding question discussed in the Q&A
- How the article presents the relationship between a venography service and fluoroscopy
- The context in which the CPT Assistant comment addresses separate reporting considerations
- How historical CPT guidance from October 1997 is framed for radiology coding readers
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Radiology coders
- Billing and reimbursement staff
- Compliance professionals
- Healthcare administrators
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