Table of Contents
- 1 What is the type of procedure performed independently of and is not?
- 2 Is a branch of medicine that uses radiant energy to diagnose and treat patients?
- 3 What are the radioisotopes that attach themselves to red blood cells called?
- 4 Which radiology subspecialty pays most?
- 5 What are the radioisotopes that attach themselves to red blood cells called Group of answer choices?
What is the type of procedure performed independently of and is not?
Chapters 17,28
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A ____ procedure is one that is performed independently of, and not immediately related to, another service. | separate |
| The divisions of the Radiation Oncology section of the CPT manual are divided into subsections based on what? | the type of service |
What are the four subsections of Radiology?
Let’s look at the makeup of the Radiology section. These fields and ranges can be informally arranged into four groups. Those groups are: Diagnostic, Ultrasound, Radiation Oncology, and Nuclear Medicine.
Is a branch of medicine that uses radiant energy to diagnose and treat patients?
Radiology involves the application of radiant energy to prevent, diagnose and treat disease. This includes X-rays, CT scans, mammography and stereotactic breast biopsies.
How are codes in the diagnostic imaging subsection of CPT divided?
The codes are divided into the same sections and subsections as the radiology section of the CPT book. For example, the diagnostic radiology section is further divided into anatomical subsections, such as head and neck, spine and pelvis, and abdomen.
What are the radioisotopes that attach themselves to red blood cells called?
A Buck ch 11
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the radioisotopes that attach themselves to red blood cells called | tracer |
| What is the name of the high-frequency sound waves in an imaging process that are used to diagnose patient illness | ultrasound |
How many subheadings are in the radiology section?
There are four subheadings in the Radiology section.
Which radiology subspecialty pays most?
The top salary for diagnostic radiologists was for those who subspecialise in computed tomography (CT), with an average annual salary of US$396,907, followed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) subspecialists at US$395,328.
Is ultrasound a radiology?
Diagnostic radiology is a specialization of medicine that involves generating images of the inside of the body through a range of procedures. These procedures can be anything from MRI and CT scans to X-rays and ultrasounds.
What are the radioisotopes that attach themselves to red blood cells called Group of answer choices?
What is diagnosis and procedure codes?
Diagnosis codes are used in conjunction with procedure information from claims to support the medical necessity determination for the service rendered and, sometimes, to determine appropriate reimbursement.