Radiologic examination, ribs, bilateral; 3 views

CPT 71110 is the billing code for "Radiologic examination, ribs, bilateral; 3 views". For bilateral rib X-ray with 3 views

Medicare pays approximately $42.37 for CPT 71110 (national average). Actual payment varies by geographic location due to GPCI adjustments. Hospital and commercial insurance rates are typically 2-4x higher than Medicare rates.

CPT 71110 has a total RVU of 3.37, broken down as: Work RVU 0.70, Practice Expense RVU 2.60, and Malpractice RVU 0.07. RVUs (Relative Value Units) determine Medicare reimbursement rates.

Key documentation requirements for CPT 71110 include: Indication for rib X-ray; Bilateral ribs; 3 views obtained; Findings and interpretation. Missing or incomplete documentation is a leading cause of claim denials for this code.

Bundling considerations for CPT 71110: Includes 3 views bilateral ribs. Includes interpretation and report Use an NCCI bundling checker to verify specific code combinations before billing.

Common modifiers for CPT 71110 include: 26 (Professional component only (interpretation)), TC (Technical component only (equipment/staff)), 59 (Distinct procedural service if performed separately). Modifiers indicate special circumstances and can affect reimbursement or prevent claim denials.

The typical time requirement for CPT 71110 is 12-18 minutes typical procedure time. Time-based codes require documentation of the actual time spent providing the service.