Assign Diagnostic Radiology Codes - Certified Professional Coder CPC

1. Which CPT code is used for screening bilateral mammography, including CAD when performed?

   CPT $77067$. Specific code for bilateral screening mammography with computer-aided detection as per CPT.

2. What documentation is required to report the professional component of a diagnostic imaging service?

   A signed written interpretation and report. Required to support billing the professional component, documenting the radiologist's findings and impressions.

3. Which CPT code is used for a complete abdominal ultrasound examination (US abdomen complete)?

   CPT $76700$. Encompasses real-time imaging of all abdominal organs and structures in a complete exam.

4. What CPT code range is used for nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures?

   CPT $78012$–$78999$. This range is designated for diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures in the CPT Radiology section.

5. Which CPT code is used for diagnostic mammography, bilateral, including CAD when performed?

   CPT $77066$. Used for bilateral diagnostic mammography with CAD for symptomatic patients or follow-up.

6. Which CPT code is used for a single-view chest radiograph (radiologic exam, chest, 1 view)?

   CPT $71045$. Assigned for a single anteroposterior or posteroanterior view of the chest per CPT guidelines.

7. Identify the correct coding rule when a radiology code description includes 'with contrast'.

   Report the single 'with contrast' code only. When contrast is administered, only the 'with contrast' code is reported to avoid separate billing for without contrast.

8. Which CPT code is used for a limited abdominal ultrasound examination (US abdomen limited)?

   CPT $76705$. Applied to focused ultrasound evaluation of specific abdominal areas or organs.

9. Which modifier indicates a repeat diagnostic study by the same physician on the same day?

   Modifier $76$. Used when the same physician repeats a procedure on the same day for medical necessity.

10. What CPT code range is used for PET imaging procedures?

    CPT $78811$–$78816$. These codes are specifically for positron emission tomography imaging within nuclear medicine.

11. Which CPT code is used for a limited retroperitoneal ultrasound examination?

    CPT $76775$. Used for targeted ultrasound of a single retroperitoneal organ or structure.

12. Which modifier indicates the professional component only for a radiology interpretation?

    Modifier $26$. Appended to radiology codes to bill solely for the physician's professional interpretation and report.

13. What CPT code range is used for diagnostic ultrasound procedures (including echocardiography)?

    CPT $76506$–$76999$. This range specifically encompasses all diagnostic ultrasound procedures within the CPT Radiology section.

14. Which modifier indicates a repeat diagnostic study by a different physician on the same day?

    Modifier $77$. Used when a different physician repeats a procedure on the same day for medical necessity.

15. Which CPT code is used for a complete retroperitoneal ultrasound examination?

    CPT $76770$. Includes comprehensive imaging of kidneys, adrenal glands, aorta, and lymph nodes.

16. Which CPT code is used for an abdominal radiograph with two views?

    CPT $74019$. Assigned for two views, typically anteroposterior and additional projection, of the abdomen.

17. Which CPT code is used for an abdominal radiograph with a single view (KUB, 1 view)?

    CPT $74018$. Used for a single view kidney, ureter, bladder radiograph in abdominal imaging.

18. Which CPT code is used for an abdominal radiograph with three or more views (complete)?

    CPT $74021$. Designated for comprehensive abdominal evaluation with multiple views including decubitus or erect.

19. Which modifier indicates the technical component only for a radiology service?

    Modifier TC. Appended to radiology codes to bill only for the equipment, supplies, and technician services.

20. Identify the correct coding rule when a radiology study is performed 'without contrast, followed by with contrast'.

    Report the combined 'without and with contrast' code. Combined codes account for both phases of the study in a single code for accurate reporting.

21. Which CPT code is used for a two-view chest radiograph (radiologic exam, chest, 2 views)?

    CPT $71046$. Assigned for frontal and lateral views of the chest as standard in diagnostic radiology.

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