74450 X-ray urethra/bladder
Also known as: urethrography, voiding cystourethrography, retrograde urethrography
Radiographic imaging of the urethra and bladder using contrast medium to evaluate urethral stricture, diverticula, masses, and bladder anomalies.
In Plain Language
urine tube and bladder X-ray; urethra imaging
Clinical Context
Diagnoses urethral strictures, false passages, diverticula, and anterior urethral lesions; retrograde technique avoids bladder filling.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.33 |
| Total RVU | 0.33 |
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 0.33, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Radiology codes — 2.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74450?
CPT 74450 (X-ray urethra/bladder) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the urethra and bladder using contrast medium to evaluate urethral stricture, diverticula, masses, and bladder anomalies.
Who uses CPT code 74450?
CPT 74450 is used by Radiology, Urology. Diagnoses urethral strictures, false passages, diverticula, and anterior urethral lesions; retrograde technique avoids bladder filling.
When is CPT 74450 used?
Diagnoses urethral strictures, false passages, diverticula, and anterior urethral lesions; retrograde technique avoids bladder filling.
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