September 2013 page 18a
Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging)
Question: How is a single view, lateral, chest X-ray reported? With code 71010, Radiologic examination, chest; single view, frontal, even though it is specified as a frontal view? With code 71020, Radiologic examination, chest, 2 views, frontal and lateral, with modifier 52 appended for reduced services, since both a lateral and frontal were not performed? Or with code 71035, Radiologic examination, chest, special views (eg, lateral decubitus, Bucky studies), which lists "lateral decubitus" but not "lateral" and specifies "views" (plural)?
Answer: The appropriate code to report a single, lateral view...
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This short Q&A article discusses a diagnostic radiology coding question about chest X-ray reporting and references relevant CPT chest imaging codes and a modifier. It is useful for radiology coders, billers, and compliance staff who need to understand the topic area covered by the question and the general type of guidance provided.
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