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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 70260 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures subgroup.
Radiologic Examination Skull, Radiologic Examination Skull Complete Minimum Of Fourviews With Or Without Stereo Radiologic Examination Skull Complete Minimum Of Four
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $43.76 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 70260 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $35.495 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 70260 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 70260 by major payers:
$56.23
BCBS / Anthem
$53.67
UnitedHealthcare
$58.71
Aetna
$66.20
Cigna
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CPT 70260
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Eastland Memorial Hospital District, Eastland Memorial Hospital
$250.17Published rateAmy Taylor
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$79.19Published rateEl Paso Vamc
$60.02Published rateCorey Hanrahan
Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA
$45.11Published rateRolling Plains Memorial Hospital
The Nolan County Hospital District
$16.29Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 70260 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 70260. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 70250-CPT | Low | Radiologic Examination Skull, Radiologic Examination Skull Less Than Four Views With Orwithout Stereo Radiologic Examination Skull Less Than Four Views With Or |
| 70260-CPT | Low | Radiologic Examination Skull, Radiologic Examination Skull Complete Minimum Of Fourviews With Or Without Stereo Radiologic Examination Skull Complete Minimum Of Four |
| 70300-CPT | Low | Teeth Single First Film |
| 70320-CPT | Low | Radiologic Examination Teeth, Radiologic Examination Teeth Complete Full Mouthradiologic Examination Teeth Complete Full Mouth |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 70260. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 70260 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
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