74470 X-ray examination of kidney lesion
Also known as: renal angiography, renal arteriography, kidney imaging
Radiographic imaging of the kidney and renal lesion using contrast medium to characterize renal mass and assess for perfusion abnormalities.
In Plain Language
kidney X-ray of abnormal area; kidney lesion imaging
Clinical Context
Evaluates renal artery stenosis, vasculitis, and renal mass vascularity; assesses for hypertension etiology and characterizes cystic versus solid lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.54 |
| Total RVU | 0.54 |
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 0.54, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74470?
CPT 74470 (X-ray examination of kidney lesion) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the kidney and renal lesion using contrast medium to characterize renal mass and assess for perfusion abnormalities.
Who uses CPT code 74470?
CPT 74470 is used by Radiology, Urology. Evaluates renal artery stenosis, vasculitis, and renal mass vascularity; assesses for hypertension etiology and characterizes cystic versus solid lesions.
When is CPT 74470 used?
Evaluates renal artery stenosis, vasculitis, and renal mass vascularity; assesses for hypertension etiology and characterizes cystic versus solid lesions.
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