71250 CT thorax diagnosis c-
Also known as: chest CT, thoracic CT noncontrast, lung CT, chest CT without contrast, CT chest
Computed tomography of the thorax (chest) without intravenous contrast medium. Evaluates mediastinal structures, lungs, pleura, and adjacent chest wall.
Clinical Context
Used for detection of lung nodules, pulmonary embolism screening (when combined with perfusion), mediastinal masses, pleural disease, and interstitial lung disease characterization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.05 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.85 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.07 |
| Total RVU | 3.97 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.