72070

CPT^® 72070, Under Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Spine and Pelvis

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 72070 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Spine and Pelvis.

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A radiologic examination of the thoracic spine is an X–ray of the twelve chest thoracic vertebrae. An AP and lateral are basic projections. The X–rays are used in a controlled way to minimize the radiation exposure. The X–ray helps evaluate bone injuries and diseases, fractures, dislocations, osteoporosis and deformities in the curvature of the spine.

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