72052 X-ray examination neck spine 6/>vws
Also known as: extended cervical spine series, comprehensive C-spine radiography
Radiography of the cervical spine including six or more views providing maximum radiographic detail of cervical vertebrae from multiple projections and angles.
In Plain Language
extensive neck bone X-rays; maximum cervical detail
Clinical Context
Most comprehensive radiographic cervical assessment, particularly useful for detailed fracture detection, instability assessment, and when multiple oblique or specialized views are needed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 0.29 |
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 0.29, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.8x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 72052?
CPT 72052 (X-ray examination neck spine 6/>vws) is a Radiology code. Radiography of the cervical spine including six or more views providing maximum radiographic detail of cervical vertebrae from multiple projections and angles.
Who uses CPT code 72052?
CPT 72052 is used by Orthopedic Surgery, Neurosurgery, Trauma Surgery. Most comprehensive radiographic cervical assessment, particularly useful for detailed fracture detection, instability assessment, and when multiple oblique or specialized views are needed.
When is CPT 72052 used?
Most comprehensive radiographic cervical assessment, particularly useful for detailed fracture detection, instability assessment, and when multiple oblique or specialized views are needed.
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