CPT 70471
CT angiography of the head and neck with contrast, including noncontrast images if performed
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 70471 mean?
CPT 70471 reports computed tomographic angiography (CTA) of the head and neck performed with contrast material, including any noncontrast images obtained as part of the study.
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CPT 70471 at a glance
- Code
- 70471
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Cta h&n c+ w/noncontrast img
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $192.55 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 70471?
CPT 70471 reports computed tomographic angiography (CTA) of the head and neck performed with contrast material, including any noncontrast images obtained as part of the study. Its official short descriptor is "Cta h&n c+ w/noncontrast img", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 70471 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 70471 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 70471 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 70471?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 70471 is $192.55 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 70471?
CPT 70471 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.