How would a contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) be reported? ...
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Article Overview
This premium article covers how contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) is reported for coding and billing purposes. It is aimed at coders, billers, and clinicians who need to understand the relevant CPT and HCPCS Level II reporting structure, including the distinction between the imaging service and the associated contrast supply. The article also notes an effective-date change beginning in 2023 that affects how the supply component is handled.
Why This Topic Matters
CEUS reporting can affect claim accuracy, code selection, and how related supply items are captured in billing workflows. Understanding the current reporting structure helps ensure the service is documented and billed in a way that aligns with updated coding guidance.
What You Will Learn
- How CEUS is generally described in the context of ultrasound imaging
- Which code set is used for the primary CEUS service
- How additional lesion reporting is organized at a high level
- How the contrast supply item is handled separately in billing
- What reporting change is associated with the January 1, 2023 effective date
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing specialists
- Radiology staff
- Clinicians involved in ultrasound documentation
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