74330 X-ray bile/pancreatic endoscopy
Also known as: combined ERCP, cholangio-pancreatography, ERCP biliary-pancreas
Radiographic imaging of both the bile ducts and pancreatic duct system using contrast medium delivered via endoscopic retrograde technique during combined cholangio-pancreatography.
In Plain Language
bile duct and pancreas imaging during endoscopy; combined duct visualization
Clinical Context
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic evaluation of combined biliary-pancreatic pathology, including obstruction, sphincter dysfunction, and ductal stones affecting both systems.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.56 |
| Total RVU | 0.56 |
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 0.56, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74330?
CPT 74330 (X-ray bile/pancreatic endoscopy) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of both the bile ducts and pancreatic duct system using contrast medium delivered via endoscopic retrograde technique during combined cholangio-pancreatography.
Who uses CPT code 74330?
CPT 74330 is used by Radiology, Gastroenterology. Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic evaluation of combined biliary-pancreatic pathology, including obstruction, sphincter dysfunction, and ductal stones affecting both systems.
When is CPT 74330 used?
Diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic evaluation of combined biliary-pancreatic pathology, including obstruction, sphincter dysfunction, and ductal stones affecting both systems.
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