Radiology Question for the Week of April 27, 2026
Bryan Nordley
April 27, 2026
When should code 61624 be reported instead of 61635 for aneurysm treatment?
When should code 61624 be reported instead of 61635 for aneurysm treatment?
April is the time to celebrate laboratory professionals and honor their invaluable contributions to our complex healthcare system. Laboratory professionals are a critical component of
Can embolization procedures performed at a single setting, including multiple surgical fields, be reported with multiple embolization codes?
What is the correct coding approach when iliac atherectomy and angioplasty and/or stent placement are performed in the same leg through the same access site?
Catheter-assisted drainage coding has evolved, creating new opportunities, pitfalls, and risks for accurate reporting. With the removal of older “abscess”-specific codes, CPT® presently offers a
Can code 34718 be reported for the placement of an IBE for non-rupture?
When is it appropriate to use modifier 59 for repeat procedures, and what documentation is required to support its use?
Are there specific components that are not included in code 34718?
What are the X{EPSU} modifiers used in laboratory services?
Why were PLA codes 0285U and 0365U revised in 2026?
When should we report 34717 in 2026?
What PLA codes were deleted this past July?
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