Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) (Q&A) (July 2011)

July 2011 page 17 Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Question: Is it appropriate to report the upper extremity or lower extremity computed tomography (CT) codes once per joint (ie, codes 73200-73201, 73700-73702)? For example, if CT scans of the right shoulder and elbow joint are performed during the same encounter, is it appropriate to report code 73200 or code 73201 twice on the same date of service? Answer: When a CT scan of the forearm is performed and then the arm is repositioned to image another joint of the forearm, only one CPT code representing the upper extremity CT...

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Article Overview

This article is a radiology coding question-and-answer piece focused on diagnostic imaging reporting for extremity CT studies. It addresses how the topic is handled in CPT-based guidance, including the general scope of upper and lower extremity CT code families, unilateral reporting, and the use of common laterality or bilateral billing notation as discussed by the source. The article is intended for coders and billing professionals who work with diagnostic radiology claims and need to understand the coverage of this guidance before consulting the full text.

Why This Topic Matters

Extremity CT billing can be affected by how many joints or regions are imaged in a single encounter and by payer-specific reporting expectations. This article helps readers quickly determine whether the guidance is relevant to their radiology coding workflow without exposing the premium article’s detailed coding rationale.

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  1. July 2011 page 17

    A brief Q&A item from the July 2011 issue of CPT Assistant covering extremity CT reporting in diagnostic radiology.

What You Will Learn

  • The general reporting topic addressed by the radiology Q&A
  • How the article frames upper and lower extremity CT imaging guidance
  • Which coding and billing considerations are discussed at a high level for unilateral and bilateral studies
  • The article’s focus within diagnostic radiology coding guidance

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Radiology billers
  • CPC exam candidates
  • Compliance staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals

Codes Discussed

Code Ranges Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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