BrettAAPC
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Does the referring doctor need to request the use of 3D reconstruction codes? I have heard differing information on the subject.
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Wiki 3D Reconstruction codes
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donnajrichmond
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In a non-hospital situation, there should be an order. In the hospital situation, technically the radiologist can order / perform 3D without an order from the referring, but it is recommended that he 1) discuss with the referring physician, and 2) document medical necessity.
See ACR Radiology Coding Source, Nov/Dec 2005