CPT^® 70488, Under Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Head and Neck

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 70488 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Head and Neck.

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The provider uses computed tomography, or CT, to examine the maxillofacial area, such as the upper jaw or face structures. The provider first takes images without administering contrast and then administers contrast before taking the remaining images.

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Ct Tm Joints

If the CT was only of the TM joints, you'll have to use the unlisted 76497. If it was of the full maxillofacial area, focusing on the TM joints, you'd use one of the following based upon whether contr... [ Read More ]

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