Question
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If a physician performs a three phase bone imaging study, and three hours later also performs a whole body bone scan, should codes 78315 and 78306 be reported? ...
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Article Overview
This brief coding guidance article discusses nuclear medicine bone imaging services and how a three-phase study relates to a later whole-body bone scan. It is intended for coding professionals and billers who need to understand the relationship between these imaging services and the general reporting considerations involved.
Why This Topic Matters
Understanding how closely related imaging components are treated can affect accurate claim reporting for bone scan services and help avoid duplicate billing.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames three-phase bone imaging in relation to later bone scanning
- What general reporting issue is raised when related bone imaging services are performed in the same encounter
- How the article approaches the relationship between nuclear medicine imaging services and billing consideration
- What type of guidance is provided for coding professionals reviewing bone scan claims
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Revenue cycle professionals
- Radiology coding specialists
Codes Discussed
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