Question

understanding radiology coding

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

cholecystography, oral contrast

Explanation:

Identify the procedure

Using the Radiology Coding knowledge point
The procedure is cholecystography with oral contrast.

Locate the CPT code

Using the Radiology Coding knowledge point
CPT code 74290 represents cholecystography, additional/oral contrast.

Answer:

Cholecystography, oral contrast <blank>74290</blank>