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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Nasal Bone Xray
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | None 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 70160 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 70160 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 70160 by major payers:
$47.61
$39.69
$45.82
$51.58
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CPT 70160
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Aaron Askew
The Orthopedic And Neurosurgical Center Of The Cascades
$64.07Published rateGabrielle Davis
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$52.20Published rateAmanda Newman
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$37.79Published rateRobert Ripley
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$27.79Published rateMohanad Soliman
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$9.02Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 70160 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The CPT 70160 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 70160 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 70140-CPT | Low | Radiologic Examination Facial, Radiologic Examination Facial Bones Less Than Three Views Radiologic Examination Facial Bones Less Than Three Views |
| 70150-CPT | Low | Radiologic Examination Facial, Radiologic Examination Facial Bones Complete Minimum Ofthree Views Radiologic Examination Facial Bones Complete Minimum Of |
| 70160-CPT | Low | Nasal Bone Xray |
| 70300-CPT | Low | Teeth Single First Film |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 70160. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 70160 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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