CPT 71270
CT thorax diagnostic c-/c+
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 71270 at a glance
- Code
- 71270
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Ct thorax dx c-/c+
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $97.27 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 71270?
CPT 71270 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for CT thorax diagnostic c-/c+. Its official short descriptor is "Ct thorax dx c-/c+". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 71270 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 71270 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 71270 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 71270?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 71270 is $97.27 (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 71270?
CPT 71270 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.