Question

question 8 (2.5 points)
ct images of the abdomen and pelvis were obtained without iv contrast as a follow up to a splenic injury. code the ct scan.
74176
72170
74019
74170, 72194

question 9 (2.5 points)
what positions is the body placed in when it is in an oblique position?
lying down, face down
lying on the side
at an angle, neither frontal nor lateral
lying on the back, face up

Explanation:

Analyze CT scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast

Using the CT Abdomen and Pelvis Coding knowledge point

• The procedure describes a combined CT of the abdomen and pelvis performed without intravenous contrast.
• CPT code 74176 represents "Computed tomography, abdomen and pelvis; without contrast material".
• Coding these procedures separately (e.g., 74170 and 72194) is incorrect because a combined code exists.

Define the oblique radiographic position

Using the Oblique Position knowledge point

• An oblique position refers to a placement where the body or body part is rotated.
• This rotation is at an angle, meaning it is neither entirely frontal (AP/PA) nor entirely lateral (side).
• Therefore, the correct definition is "At an angle, neither frontal nor lateral".

Answer:

Question 8

• (A) 74176 (Correct answer)
• (B) 72170
• (C) 74019
• (D) 74170, 72194

Question 9

• (A) Lying down, face down
• (B) Lying on the side
• (C) At an angle, neither frontal nor lateral (Correct answer)
• (D) Lying on the back, face up