CPT code 70371 designates a dynamic radiologic procedure using cineradiography or video recording to evaluate pharyngeal structure and speech function. This specialized imaging technique captures motion during swallowing and speech, aiding diagnosis and treatment planning for dysphagia, speech disorders, and related oropharyngeal conditions. As a targeted functional study, it informs multidisciplinary care involving speech-language pathologists, otolaryngologists, and radiologists and has implications for care coordination, utilization, and coding integrity nationwide.

Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find an overview of the clinical purpose and typical settings for the service, recommended documentation elements to support medical necessity, common modifiers listed in the input, and the places where policy updates and coverage criteria most often affect payment and prior authorization. The publication also outlines benchmarking themes, coding considerations for accurate claim submission, and clinical context for when 70371 is selected versus other swallow or speech studies. Data gaps from the provided input are noted where applicable as "Data not available in the input."