AMA CPT® Assistant - 2011 Issue 4 (April)
Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) (Q & A) (April 2011)
April 2011 page 12d Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Question: A catheter was placed in the right common carotid artery, and selective injection and imaging of the cervical and intracranial portion of the right-sided vasculature were performed. There was no selective study of the right external carotid artery, but the catheter was advanced into the right maxillary artery, and selective imaging of this vessel was performed. As the maxillary artery was the first branch of the external carotid artery that was engaged and selectively studied, is it appropriate to report code 75660 or code 75774 for the imaging of...
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Article Overview
This April 2011 radiology Q&A article discusses diagnostic imaging coding questions involving selective vascular angiography and CT angiography of the abdomen and lower extremities. It is useful for coders, radiology billing staff, and compliance reviewers who need to understand the scope of the guidance and the related CPT references covered in the article.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers identify which diagnostic radiology topics and CPT code references are discussed so they can quickly judge whether the full premium content is relevant to their coding or billing question.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames selective angiography questions in diagnostic radiology
- What topics are covered regarding CT angiography of the abdomen and lower extremities
- Which kinds of coding scenarios are addressed in the April 2011 Q&A format
- How the article relates radiology coding questions to CPT references
Who Should Read This
- Radiology coders
- Billing staff
- Compliance reviewers
- Physician practices
- Revenue cycle teams
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