74300 X-ray bile ducts/pancreas
Also known as: cholangiography, pancreaticography, ERCP imaging
Radiographic examination of the bile ducts and pancreatic duct system using contrast medium to visualize ductal anatomy and identify obstruction or pathology.
In Plain Language
bile duct X-ray; pancreas duct imaging
Clinical Context
Diagnostic evaluation of biliary obstruction, cholangitis, pancreatitis, and ductal dilation; performed endoscopically or percutaneously with fluoroscopic guidance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.27 |
| Total RVU | 0.27 |
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 0.27, this code ranks in the 17th percentile among Radiology codes — 3.0x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74300?
CPT 74300 (X-ray bile ducts/pancreas) is a Radiology code. Radiographic examination of the bile ducts and pancreatic duct system using contrast medium to visualize ductal anatomy and identify obstruction or pathology.
Who uses CPT code 74300?
CPT 74300 is used by Radiology, Gastroenterology. Diagnostic evaluation of biliary obstruction, cholangitis, pancreatitis, and ductal dilation; performed endoscopically or percutaneously with fluoroscopic guidance.
When is CPT 74300 used?
Diagnostic evaluation of biliary obstruction, cholangitis, pancreatitis, and ductal dilation; performed endoscopically or percutaneously with fluoroscopic guidance.
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