71260 CT thorax diagnosis c+
Also known as: chest CT with contrast, enhanced thoracic CT, contrast-enhanced lung CT, CT chest with contrast
Computed tomography of the thorax (chest) with intravenous contrast medium enhancement. Provides enhanced visualization of mediastinal vasculature and soft tissue pathology.
In Plain Language
chest scan with dye; enhanced lung imaging
Clinical Context
Used for mediastinal mass characterization, vascular pathology evaluation, and improved soft tissue contrast. Particularly useful for cardiac, aortic, and large vessel assessment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.13 |
| Total RVU | 1.13 |
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 1.13, this code ranks in the 64th 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 71260?
CPT 71260 (CT thorax diagnosis c+) is a Radiology code. Computed tomography of the thorax (chest) with intravenous contrast medium enhancement. Provides enhanced visualization of mediastinal vasculature and soft tissue pathology.
Who uses CPT code 71260?
CPT 71260 is used by Radiology, Cardiology, Oncology. Used for mediastinal mass characterization, vascular pathology evaluation, and improved soft tissue contrast. Particularly useful for cardiac, aortic, and large vessel assessment.
When is CPT 71260 used?
Used for mediastinal mass characterization, vascular pathology evaluation, and improved soft tissue contrast. Particularly useful for cardiac, aortic, and large vessel assessment.
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