Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology (July 2007)

July 2007 page 13a Coding Communication:Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology Question What is the appropriate code to report for screening computer tomography (CT) of the thorax? AMA Comment Reporting of CT is based in the anatomic site studied. If a complete study is performed of the thorax, one of the following CPT codes should be reported, based on the use or nonuse of contrast: 71250, 71260, or 71270. Please note that if a limited study is performed, it is appropriate to report either the limited code 76380, Computer tomography, limited or localized follow-up study, or the anatomic site code with modifier...

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This article addresses a radiology coding question about CT thorax reporting in a CPT Assistant Q&A format. It is relevant to radiology coders, billing staff, and compliance teams who need to understand the general categories of coding guidance discussed for complete versus limited studies, contrast use, and diagnosis coding references.

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers determine whether the guidance applies to CT thorax scenarios and how the topic is framed within CPT Assistant. It also highlights that the discussion touches on CPT, a limited-study option, a modifier, and ICD-9-CM reporting considerations.

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  1. Coding Communication: Radiology: Diagnostic Radiology

    A coding communication Q&A focused on CT thorax reporting. The section discusses the broad considerations involved in distinguishing study type and documentation approach.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article frames CT thorax reporting within a radiology coding Q&A
  • What broad considerations are discussed for complete versus limited studies
  • Which code sets and documentation categories are referenced in the guidance
  • How the article connects radiology procedure reporting with diagnosis coding references

Who Should Read This

  • Radiology coders
  • Professional coders
  • Billing staff
  • Compliance professionals
  • Revenue cycle teams

Codes Discussed

Modifiers Discussed


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