Tag: CTA

CPT code 75635 & 74175 : CTA Abdominal Aorta Coding

Jitendra M.Sc CPC
When to use CPT code 74175 & 75635 (CTA Abdominal Aorta)

Basics of CPT code 75635 & 74175 A computed tomographic angiography (CTA) of the lower extremity is performed with contrast material including image postprocessing. Noncontrast images may also be obtained and are included when performed. CTA provides images of the blood vessels using a combination of computed tomography (CT) and angiography with contrast material. When angiography is performed using CT, multiple images are obtained and processed on a computer to create detailed, two-dimensional, cross-sectional views of the blood vessels. As we know CTA chest, head, neck, extremities, abdomen and pelvis are…

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CPT code 76376 and 76377 : 3D Imaging Coding

Jitendra M.Sc CPC
Clear confusion about CPT code 76376 and 76377

Basics of CPT code 76376 and 76377 Three dimensional images called 3D reconstruction or 3D rendering is a distinct diagnostic procedure that describes a separate procedure or process that can be applied to computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), ultrasound or other tomographic modality. Having 3D capability available for diagnosis and surgical planning allows the interpreting physician to first get a summary view of the entire anatomy and then refer back to the original 2D data for comparison and confirmation. 3D imaging takes multiple thin-section, usually axial, images and reconstructs them into…

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