70380 X-ray examination of salivary gland
Also known as: salivary gland X-ray, sialoadenitis radiograph, parotid gland film
X-ray imaging of the salivary glands (typically parotid and submandibular glands) without contrast medium to evaluate gland size, density, and soft tissue swelling. Usually includes intraoral and extraoral views.
In Plain Language
spit gland X-ray; cheek gland picture
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate suspected sialadenitis, sialoliths, gland enlargement (sialosis), or chronic inflammatory changes. Helpful in differentiating between various causes of salivary gland pathology including infection, stones, or autoimmune conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 0.17 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.17, this code ranks in the 6th percentile among Radiology codes — 4.8x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 70380?
CPT 70380 (X-ray examination of salivary gland) is a Radiology code. X-ray imaging of the salivary glands (typically parotid and submandibular glands) without contrast medium to evaluate gland size, density, and soft tissue swelling. Usually includes intraoral and extraoral views.
Who uses CPT code 70380?
CPT 70380 is used by Otolaryngology, Dentistry, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Used to evaluate suspected sialadenitis, sialoliths, gland enlargement (sialosis), or chronic inflammatory changes. Helpful in differentiating between various causes of salivary gland pathology including infection, stones, or autoimmune conditions.
When is CPT 70380 used?
Used to evaluate suspected sialadenitis, sialoliths, gland enlargement (sialosis), or chronic inflammatory changes. Helpful in differentiating between various causes of salivary gland pathology including infection, stones, or autoimmune conditions.
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