72170 X-ray examination of pelvis
Radiology
Also known as: pelvic X-ray, pelvis radiograph, hip film
Radiography of the pelvis showing hip joint articulations, pelvic bones, and sacroiliac joints. Simple frontal view.
Clinical Context
Used for evaluation of hip osteoarthritis, pelvic trauma, sacroiliac joint disease, and general pelvic pathology. Simple frontal view provides basic assessment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.17 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.65 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.02 |
| Total RVU | 0.84 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$28.06
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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