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Count the Number of These X-Ray Views Correctly

Published on Tue Apr 23, 2024

Question: We received a radiology report where the provider captured bilateral hip X-rays and an X-ray of the patient’s pelvis. The report lists anteroposterior (AP) and lateral views of the right hip, AP and lateral views of the left hip, and a pelvis view. Does the pelvis view count toward the total number of views? New York Subscriber Answer: Yes, you will [...]
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