CPT® 73050, Under Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Upper Extremities

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 73050 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Upper Extremities.

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Summary

The provider performs an X–ray study of the acromioclavicular joints on both the left and right sides to assess an injury or joint disease, such as arthritis. He may ask the patient to hold weights to apply stress on the joints during imaging.

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