CPT Code 71045: Chest X-ray (Single View)

Yes, CPT code 71045 is billable for a single-view chest X-ray, provided it meets the medical necessity and documentation requirements.

Echocardiograms are assigned different codes depending on the type. For instance, the CPT code for a transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) is 93306, whereas the code for a transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) is 93312.

Proper coding of diagnostic X-ray tests ensures accurate reimbursement, compliance with payer guidelines, and helps avoid claim denials or delays.