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RADIOLOGYRADIOLOGY
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Radiology (70010-7999970010-79999)Radiology (70010-7999970010-79999)
Radiology: Branch of medicine that uses radiant energy to diagnose & treat patients
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Radiology SubsectionsRadiology Subsections
Diagnostic Radiology Diagnostic Ultrasound Radiologic Guidance Breast Mammography Bone/Joint Studies Radiation Oncology Nuclear Medicine
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Radiographic ProceduresRadiographic Procedures
Fluoroscopy - an x-ray procedure that allows the visualization of internal organs in motion.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
MRI – is a radiology technique that uses magnetism, radio waves, and a computer to produce images of the body structure.
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TomographyTomography
Tomography used to view single plane of body
BiometryBiometry
Biometry: The application of statistical methods to biological facts.
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Planes of BodyPlanes of Body
•SectionsSections of the body are often referred to as anatomical planes (flat surfaces).
•These planes are imaginary lines – vertical or horizontal – drawn through an upright body.
•Three Types of PlanesThree Types of Planes1. The transverse plane divides the body into top and bottom 2. The frontal plane divides the body into front and back 3. The sagittal plane divides the body into left and right
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Position & ProjectionPosition & Projection
Position:Position: Way in which patient placed.• An ExampleExample of Position is Prone, which
means the patient is lying on his/her anterior (front), but the sides of entrance and exit of the x-ray beam are not specified.
Projection:Projection: Path x-ray beam travels.• An ExampleExample of a Projection is anteoposterior,
which denotes that the x-ray beam enters the patient’s body at the front (anterior) and exits from the back (posterior).
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Body Positions
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Body Positions
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Component CodingComponent Coding
Three Component Terms
• Professional
• Technical
• Global
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Professional ComponentProfessional Component
Physician portion of service, includes:• Supervision of technician
• Interpretation of results, including written report
Technical ComponentTechnical Component• Technologist’s services • Equipment, film, & supplies
Global ProcedureGlobal Procedure Both professional & technical portions of
radiology service
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Component ModifiersComponent Modifiers
If only Professional Component of radiology service provided: Use -26-26
If only Technical Component of radiology service provided: Use TCTC
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Global ProcedureGlobal Procedure
If both Professional & Technical components of radiology service is provided
• Use no modifier
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Example: Chest X-RayExample: Chest X-Ray Example: Chest X-RayExample: Chest X-Ray
Professional Component
• 71030-26, Supervision & final report
Technical Component
• 71030-TC, Technician, supplies, equipment
Global Procedure: 71030
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology (70010-76499)Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology (70010-76499)
Most standard radiographic procedures Codes often divided on whether Contrast
Material used Codes further divided on number of views
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Contrast MaterialContrast Material
Statement “with contrast”“with contrast” implies injection built into code
Notes indicate codes for components
Example: Example: 75801, Lymphangiography; 75801, Lymphangiography; see 38790 see 38790 (Injection procedure)(Injection procedure)
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Interventional Radiologist Interventional Radiologist
Interventional Radiologist - is a physician who is skilled in both the surgical procedure and the radiology portion of an interventional radiologic service
EXAMPLE: EXAMPLE: total procedure for cystography with contrast.
• Report 74430, X-ray portion
• Plus 51600 for injection procedure
• Plus 99070 for supply of contrast material
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology
(70010-76499)
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology
(70010-76499) Used to
• Diagnose Disease
• Monitor Disease Process, Progression or Remission
• Therapeutic Procedures or Guidance
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Diagnostic Procedure Include (70010-76499)
Diagnostic Procedure Include (70010-76499)
X-ray Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT
or CT Scan) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Angiography
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Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT/CT)
Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT/CT)
Pictures of structures within the body created by a computer that takes the data from multiple X-ray images and turns them into pictures.
Magnetic Resonance ImagingMagnetic Resonance Imaging
An MRI (or magnetic resonance imaging) scan is a radiology technique that uses magnetism, radio waves, and a computer to produce images of body structures.
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AngiographyAngiography
Used to view vessel obstructions Dye injected into vessel Radiologist uses angiography to diagnose
vascular conditions
ExamplesExamples Malformations Strokes Myocardial infarctions
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology (70010-76499)
PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Radiology (70010-76499)
PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
What is the Code for a diagnostic mammography, bilateral
77056
What is the code for the supervision and interpretation of an aortography, thoracic, by serialography?
75605
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Diagnostic Ultrasound (76506-76999)(76506-76999)
Diagnostic Ultrasound (76506-76999)(76506-76999)
Uses high-frequency sound waves to image anatomic structures and detect the cause of illness and disease.
Codes for ultrasound procedures are found in three locations:1. Radiology Section, Diagnostic Ultrasound subsection,
76506-76999
2. Medicine Section, Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies subsection 93875-93990
3. Medicine Section, Echocardiography 93303-93350
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Ultrasound Ultrasound Modes Modes & & ScansScansUltrasound Ultrasound Modes Modes & & ScansScans
A-mode
M-mode
B-scan Real-time Scan
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A-ModeA-ModeA-ModeA-Mode
A – is the amplitude of sound return (echo)
Technique used to map structure outline
Displays one-dimensional image reflecting the time it takes the sound wave to reach a structure and reflect back.
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M-ModeM-ModeM-ModeM-Mode
M – mode - The M stands for motion Technique used to display movement of structure Displays one-dimensional image
B-ScanB-Scan B = brightness Technique used to display movement of tissues
& organs Known as Gray Scale ultrasound Displays two-dimensional image
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Real-Time ScanReal-Time Scan
Technique used to display both structure & motion of tissues & organs that indicates the size, shape, and movement of the tissue or organ.
Displays two-dimensional image
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Ultrasound (76506-76999)
PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsDiagnostic Ultrasound (76506-76999)
PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
An ultrasound of the chest and mediastinum, real time
76604
A repeat uterine ultrasound in real time with image documentation of a 32-week pregnant female
76816
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Radiation Oncology (77261-77799)
Radiation Oncology (77261-77799)
Therapeutic use of radiation Codes both professional & technical
services Subheading divided based on treatment
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Clinical Treatment PlanningClinical Treatment Planning77261-7729977261-77299
Clinical Treatment PlanningClinical Treatment Planning77261-7729977261-77299
Clinical Treatment Planning - Reflects professional services by physician.
Choice of treatment methodDetermination of number of treatment ports Selection of treatment devicesOther necessary procedures
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Three Levels of PlanningThree Levels of Planning
Simple: 1 treatment area, 1 port or 1 set of parallel ports.
Intermediate: 3 or more ports, 2 separate treatment areas, multiple blocking
Complex: Complex blocking, custom shielding blocks, tangential ports, special wedges, 3+ treatment areas, special beams
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Oncology/
(77261-77799) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Oncology/
(77261-77799) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Complex therapeutic radiology simulation-aided field setting
77290
Therapeutic radiology treatment planning; simple
77261
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Medical Radiation, Physics, Dosimetry, Treatment Devices, & Special Services
(77300-77370, 77399)77300-77370, 77399)
Medical Radiation, Physics, Dosimetry, Treatment Devices, & Special Services
(77300-77370, 77399)77300-77370, 77399)
Medical Radiation, Physics, Dosimetry, Treatment Devices, and Special Services deals with the decision making of the physician as to the type of treatment, dose, and development of treatment course.
DosimetryDosimetry – is the calculation of the radiation dose and placement.
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Oncology/ (77300-77370, 77399) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Oncology/ (77300-77370, 77399) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Design and construct of a bite block, intermediate
77333
Calculation of an isodose for brachytherapy, single plane, two sources, simple.
77261
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Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
These codes are used to report the actual delivery of the radiation.
Radiation treatment is delivered in units called, “Mega Electron Volt (MeV)”.
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Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
A Mega Electron Volt is a unit of energy that is deposited in the patient’s tissue and is measured in:
• Gray (1 Gray = 100 Rads; 1 Centigray [cGy] = 1 Rad).
• A Rad is a radiation absorbed dose.
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Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
Radiation Treatment Delivery (77401-77421)(77401-77421)
To code Radiation Treatment Delivery services, you need to know the amount of radiation delivered and the number of:
Areas treated (single, 2, 3 or more) Ports involved (single, 3 or more,
tangential) Blocks used (none, multiple, custom)
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Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Treatment Delivery (77401-
77423) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
Overview of Radiology SubsectionsRadiation Treatment Delivery (77401-
77423) PERFORMANCE EXERCISEPERFORMANCE EXERCISE
For two separate areas, using three or more ports with multiple blocks at MeV
77407
For three or more separate areas using custom blocks, wedges, rotation beams, up to 5 MeV
77412
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Radiation Treatment Management (77427-77499)(77427-77499)
Radiation Treatment Management (77427-77499)(77427-77499)
Radiation treatment management reflects the Professional (physician) portion of services includes:• Review of port films
• Review of dosimetry, dose delivery, treatment parameters
• Treatment setup
• Patient examination for medical E/M
PERFORMANCEPERFORMANCEFive radiation treatments
77427
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Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Brachytherapy – is the placement of radioactive material directly into or surrounding the site of tumor. The placement maybe:• Intracavitary (within body cavity); or
• Interstitial (within tissues).
PERFORMANCEPERFORMANCE A simple application of a radioactive source,
interstitial.77776
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Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
The terms, “source” “source” and “ribbon” are used in the Clinical Brachytherapy codes.
A Source is a container holdings radiactive element that can be inserted directly into the body where it delivers the radiation dose over time.
Source Source can be in various forms, such as: Seeds, ribbons, or capsules and are placed in a
cavity.
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Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Ribbons:Ribbons: are seeds embedded on tape.
The Ribbon is cut to the desired length to
control the amount of radiation the patient receives.
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Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Clinical Brachytherapy (77750-77799)
Clinical Brachytherapy Codes - Divided on the Basis of the number of sources or ribbons used in an application:
Clinical Brachytherapy Codes - Divided on the Basis of the number of sources or ribbons used in an application:
• Simple: 1-4
• Intermediate: 5-10
• Complex: 11 or more
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Clinical BrachytherapyPERFORMANCE (77750-77799)
Clinical BrachytherapyPERFORMANCE (77750-77799)
A simple application of a radioactive source, intracavitary.
77761
• Surface application of radiation source
77789
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Nuclear Medicine (78000-79999)(78000-79999)Nuclear Medicine (78000-79999)(78000-79999)
Placement of radionuclides within the body and the monitoring of emissions from the radioactive elements.
Used both for diagnosis & treatment
Example: Stress test
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Nuclear Medicine78000-79999
Nuclear Medicine78000-79999
Codes divided primarily on organ system.
• Except “Therapeutic,” for radiopharmaceutical therapies
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Nuclear MedicinePERFORMANCE (78000-78099)
Nuclear MedicinePERFORMANCE (78000-78099)
Adrenal imaging, cortex and/or medulla
78075
• Thyroid carcinoma metastases imaging; limited area (eg, neck and chest only)
78015
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