74329 X-ray for pancreas endoscopy
Also known as: endoscopic pancreatography, ERCP pancreas, retrograde pancreatography
Radiographic imaging of the pancreatic duct system using contrast medium delivered via endoscopic retrograde technique during endoscopic pancreatography procedure.
In Plain Language
pancreas duct imaging during endoscopy; camera procedure showing pancreas ducts
Clinical Context
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic imaging for chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic duct obstruction, sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, and ductal stones.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.47 |
| Total RVU | 0.47 |
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 0.47, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.7x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74329?
CPT 74329 (X-ray for pancreas endoscopy) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the pancreatic duct system using contrast medium delivered via endoscopic retrograde technique during endoscopic pancreatography procedure.
Who uses CPT code 74329?
CPT 74329 is used by Radiology, Gastroenterology. Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic imaging for chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic duct obstruction, sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, and ductal stones.
When is CPT 74329 used?
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic imaging for chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic duct obstruction, sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, and ductal stones.
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