CPT 72100
X-ray exam l-s spine 2/3 vws
CPT 72100 at a glance
- Code
- 72100
- Code type
- CPT
- Short descriptor
- X-ray exam l-s spine 2/3 vws
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC payment status
- Payable in an ASC (ancillary)
- CMS addendum
- BB (Ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is CPT code 72100?
CPT 72100 is a CPT procedure code. Its official CMS short descriptor is "X-ray exam l-s spine 2/3 vws". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 72100 payable in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 72100 is a covered ancillary service (CMS Addendum BB). Medicare reimburses it in the ASC setting when it is integral to a covered ASC surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 72100 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
Which specialties use CPT 72100?
CPT 72100 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
Reference information compiled from the CMS April 2026 ASC payment addenda (AA, BB, EE). Codes, descriptors, and ASC payment status change with each CMS update. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against the current CMS addenda and individual payer policy before billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.