70487 CT maxillofacial with dye
Also known as: maxillofacial CT with contrast, enhanced facial imaging, facial soft tissue CT
Computed tomography scan of the maxillofacial region with intravenous contrast medium enhancement. Provides detailed visualization of maxillofacial soft tissues, vasculature, and pathologic enhancement patterns.
In Plain Language
jaw and face scan with dye; facial tumor imaging
Clinical Context
Indicated for oral and maxillofacial cancers, infection assessment, vascular malformations, and soft tissue tumors. Contrast enhancement improves characterization of pathology and vascular involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.10 |
| Total RVU | 1.10 |
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 1.10, this code ranks in the 61st percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 70487?
CPT 70487 (CT maxillofacial with dye) is a Radiology code. Computed tomography scan of the maxillofacial region with intravenous contrast medium enhancement. Provides detailed visualization of maxillofacial soft tissues, vasculature, and pathologic enhancement patterns.
Who uses CPT code 70487?
CPT 70487 is used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Oncology, Otolaryngology. Indicated for oral and maxillofacial cancers, infection assessment, vascular malformations, and soft tissue tumors. Contrast enhancement improves characterization of pathology and vascular involvement.
When is CPT 70487 used?
Indicated for oral and maxillofacial cancers, infection assessment, vascular malformations, and soft tissue tumors. Contrast enhancement improves characterization of pathology and vascular involvement.
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