CPT^® 77072, Under Bone/Joint Studies

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 77072 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Bone/Joint Studies.

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In this procedure, the provider measures the degree of skeletal maturity of a child by taking an X–ray image, typically of the left hand and wrist.

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Radiology Questions

Depends on the reason for exam: Is the other hand for comparison only? Comparison views are usually unbillable but check your carrier policy. If both are diagnostic, and both hands are on one plate... [ Read More ]

Dx for skeletal maturity (hand)

Below is the report I'm trying to determine what icd-9 code to use for cpt 77072 (Bone age Studies): HISTORY: Determined bone age BONE AGE (HAND): FINDINGS: A single PA view of the left hand and w... [ Read More ]

Dx for bone age or skeletal maturity

CPT code 76020

That code was deleted January 1st of 2008. See 77072 Bone age studies.... [ Read More ]

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