CPT 74246
X-ray xm upr gi trc 2cntrst
CPT 74246 at a glance
- Code
- 74246
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- X-ray xm upr gi trc 2cntrst
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $92.98 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 74246?
CPT 74246 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "X-ray xm upr gi trc 2cntrst". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 74246 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 74246 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 74246 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 74246?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 74246 is $92.98 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; 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 74246?
CPT 74246 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.