Radiology: Upper Extremities (November 2006)

November 2006 page 22 Radiology: Upper Extremities, 73110 (Q&A) Question My physician takes three views of a patient's wrist, which I reported with code 73110 , Radiographic examination, wrist; complete, minimum of three views . However, he then takes an additional two views, a posteroanterior and an ulnar deviation view. How do I report the additional two views? AMA Comment Code 73110 should be reported one time as the intent of the code is for a minimum of three views. It is appropriate to report code 73110 , provided a minimum of three views is taken. Radiology: Upper Extremities, 73110 (Q&...

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This article is a short CPT Assistant Q&A addressing upper extremity radiology coding for wrist imaging. It is aimed at coders, billers, and radiology staff who need to understand how the article frames reporting for a complete wrist examination and related add-on views in a general, non-technical way. The discussion is limited to one imaging scenario and the AMA’s commentary on how the study is characterized in the source.

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Radiology coding often depends on how a study is defined in the CPT code set and whether the documented exam meets the basic reporting threshold. This article helps readers understand the scope of the guidance before consulting the full premium content.

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    A short Q&A from CPT Assistant covering upper extremity radiology coding in a wrist imaging scenario. The section presents the reporting issue and the AMA’s commentary in general terms.

What You Will Learn

  • How the article frames a wrist radiology reporting question
  • What general type of CPT guidance is discussed for a complete wrist study
  • How the AMA commentary relates to an upper extremity imaging scenario
  • Why minimum-view language matters in radiology coding discussions

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  • Medical coders
  • Radiology coders
  • Billing staff
  • Compliance staff
  • Radiology practice administrators

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