Wiki Need CPT code - cervical spine

[kujinraj@yahoo.com]

Hi,

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

Thanks,
K.Ujinraj.cpc

 

[aru_matha]

72052 willbe more appropriate

 

[grth97]

Lay Description

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