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CPT 72192: CT Scan of Pelvis Without Contrast
CPT code 72192 represents a non-contrast computed tomography (CT) examination of the pelvis. This diagnostic imaging code is used when pelvic CT images are obtained without intravenous or oral contrast material, and it is commonly employed in emergency, inpatient, and outpatient settings to evaluate trauma, acute abdominal or pelvic pain, suspected stone disease, or other structural abnormalities. Nationally, accurate coding for CT pelvis without contrast is important for clinical documentation, care coordination, and claims adjudication across payers.
Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. The publication summarizes payer coverage patterns, reimbursement benchmarks, coding guidance, and relevant clinical context for appropriate use of non-contrast pelvic CT.
Readers will find a concise overview of what CPT code 72192 denotes, typical sites of service, and the clinical situations that commonly prompt use of this code. The report also provides payer-level coverage notes where available, comparative benchmarks for utilization and reimbursement, and any recent policy updates affecting imaging authorization and documentation requirements. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 72192 describes a computed tomography (CT) scan of the pelvis performed without contrast. The service is an imaging procedure that acquires cross-sectional CT images of the pelvic anatomy using ionizing radiation, without administration of intravenous or oral contrast agents.
Service type: Diagnostic imaging — CT scan, non-contrast
Typical site of service: Outpatient imaging center or hospital radiology department