Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) (Q&A) (May 2015)

May 2015 page 10c Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Question: What are the appropriate codes to report the following X-ray views taken during the same visit: two views non-weight-bearing of the left knee; followed by bilateral standing, anteroposterior (AP) view; followed by bilateral standing posterior to anterior (PA) view? Answer: If the four-view examination was performed solely to evaluate left knee pathology, and the contralateral knee undergoes X rays for comparison purposes, the study may be reported with code 73564, Radiologic examination, knee; complete, 4 or more views. However, if the inclusion of the right knee in the AP...

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Article Overview

This article addresses a radiology coding question from CPT Assistant focused on diagnostic knee imaging during a single visit. It explains the general circumstances under which different knee radiography study types are considered relevant, with attention to bilateral standing views, comparison imaging, and how the visit context affects reporting. The piece is aimed at radiology coders, billing staff, and other professionals who need to understand CPT guidance for musculoskeletal diagnostic imaging.

Why This Topic Matters

Knee X-ray encounters can involve multiple views and comparison images that are coded differently depending on how the study was ordered and performed. This article helps readers recognize the scope of the CPT guidance for these common radiology scenarios.

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    A brief Q&A format presentation of a diagnostic radiology coding scenario involving knee imaging during the same visit.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article frames a multi-view knee radiography scenario
  • The general coding context for diagnostic imaging of the knee
  • How bilateral standing views are addressed at a high level in CPT guidance
  • When comparison imaging is part of the radiology discussion

Who Should Read This

  • Radiology coders
  • Coding auditors
  • Billing staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Health information management professionals

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