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.
In Plain Language
chest scan without dye; lung imaging
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 |
| Total RVU | 1.05 |
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 1.05, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.3x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 71250?
CPT 71250 (CT thorax diagnosis c-) is a Radiology code. Computed tomography of the thorax (chest) without intravenous contrast medium. Evaluates mediastinal structures, lungs, pleura, and adjacent chest wall.
Who uses CPT code 71250?
CPT 71250 is used by Pulmonology, Radiology, Oncology. Used for detection of lung nodules, pulmonary embolism screening (when combined with perfusion), mediastinal masses, pleural disease, and interstitial lung disease characterization.
When is CPT 71250 used?
Used for detection of lung nodules, pulmonary embolism screening (when combined with perfusion), mediastinal masses, pleural disease, and interstitial lung disease characterization.
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