Question

understanding radiology coding

using the cpt manual, code the following from the diagnostic radiology subsection of the radiology chapter.

single view, frontal, chest x-ray

Explanation:

Identify procedure details

Using the Chest X-ray Coding knowledge point

• Procedure: Chest X-ray
• Views: Single view, frontal

Determine CPT code

Using the Chest X-ray Coding knowledge point

• CPT code 71045 represents a radiologic examination, chest; single view.

Answer:

Single view, frontal, chest X-ray <blank>71045</blank>