AMA CPT® Assistant - 2008 Issue 4 (April)
Radiology (April 2008)
April 2008 page 11b Radiology, 70481 (Q&A) Question: What is the appropriate code to report an enhanced (with contrast) CT axial study of the orbits performed with 2D reformatting into the coronal and sagittal planes? Answer: The appropriate code to report a CT of the orbits with contrast study is code 70481, Computed tomography, orbit, sella or posterior fossa or outer, middle, or inner ear; with contrast material. As of January 2006, any 2D reformatting of images is included in the base CT study and not reported separately. Radiology, 70481 (Q&A). CPT® Assistant. 2008; April 2008 page...
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Article Overview
This short Radiology Q&A from CPT Assistant addresses a computed tomography orbit study and the related reporting context for image reformatting in radiology. It is aimed at coders, billers, and radiology billing staff who need to identify the relevant CPT code set guidance for CT orbit services and understand the general scope of the reporting discussion.
Why This Topic Matters
Radiology coding guidance can affect how imaging studies are reported in claims and internal coding workflows. This article helps readers determine whether a CT orbit scenario falls within the scope of CPT coding guidance discussed by the source.
Article Sections
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Q&A
A question-and-answer discussion focused on radiology coding for a CT orbit imaging scenario and related reporting considerations.
What You Will Learn
- What topic the article addresses in radiology coding
- How the article frames the CT orbit reporting question
- What general type of CPT guidance is discussed
- How the article situates image reformatting within the coding discussion
Who Should Read This
- Radiology coders
- Medical billers
- Coding auditors
- Revenue cycle staff
- Radiology billing staff
Codes Discussed
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