CPT 72240
Myelography neck spine
CPT 72240 at a glance
- Code
- 72240
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Myelography neck spine
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CPT code 72240?
CPT 72240 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Myelography neck spine". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 72240 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 72240 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 72240 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Which specialties use CPT 72240?
CPT 72240 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
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