71130 X-ray strenoclavic joint 3/>vws
Also known as: sternoclavicular joint X-ray, SC joint radiograph, clavicle X-ray
Radiography of the sternoclavicular joints including three or more views. Evaluates joint space narrowing, degenerative disease, subluxation, and acromioclavicular pathology.
In Plain Language
shoulder joint base X-ray; collarbone joint imaging
Clinical Context
Ordered for shoulder/chest junction pain, acromioclavicular joint pathology, post-traumatic changes, and degenerative joint disease of the sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 0.21 |
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 0.21, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Radiology codes — 3.9x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 71130?
CPT 71130 (X-ray strenoclavic joint 3/>vws) is a Radiology code. Radiography of the sternoclavicular joints including three or more views. Evaluates joint space narrowing, degenerative disease, subluxation, and acromioclavicular pathology.
Who uses CPT code 71130?
CPT 71130 is used by Orthopedic Surgery, Radiology, Emergency Medicine. Ordered for shoulder/chest junction pain, acromioclavicular joint pathology, post-traumatic changes, and degenerative joint disease of the sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints.
When is CPT 71130 used?
Ordered for shoulder/chest junction pain, acromioclavicular joint pathology, post-traumatic changes, and degenerative joint disease of the sternoclavicular and acromioclavicular joints.
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