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Wiki Need CPT code - cervical spine

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Ras al khaimah, RK
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Hi,

Kindly clarify with document how we can code cervical spine five views with flexion and extension, whether we can code 72050 or 72052?

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K.Ujinraj.cpc
 
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A radiologic examination of the cervical spine is performed that includes a minimum of two views in 72040, a minimum of four views in 72050, and a complete study in 72052. The complete study includes films taken in oblique (angled) positions and in flexion and/or extension positioning
 
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