Radiology – Coding Guidelines & Best Practices

What is Radiology?

Radiology is a medical specialty that uses medical imaging to diagnose & treat diseases. A radiologist uses techniques such as X-ray, Computed Tomography (CT), CT Angiography (CTA), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), MR Angiography (MRA), Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and Positron Emission Tomography (PET).

Components of Radiology Coding

1. Plain Radiography (X-Ray)

2. Fluoroscopy

3. Computed Tomography (CT)

4. Ultrasound

5. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

6. Nuclear Medicine (NM)

Typical CPT codes

1. Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) – (70010 – 76499)

2. Diagnostic Ultrasound – (76506 – 76999)

3. Radiologic Guidance – (77001 – 77022)

4. Breast Mammography – (77046 – 77067)

5. Bone/Joint Studies – (77071 – 77086)

6. Radiation Oncology – (77261 – 77799)

7. Nuclear Medicine – (78012 – 79999)

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