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CPT 71120 Fee Schedule

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.

X-Ray; Sternum, Minimum Of 2 Views
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Radiology Procedures

Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures

Common Place of Service

11 - Office

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

TC - Technical component

Complexity LevelLow
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 71120
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 71120

National average reimbursement for CPT 71120 by major payers:

bcbs

$41.63

uhc

$37.92

aetna

$42.50

cigna

$47.52

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CPT 71120
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Luciana Rochetti

    Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA

    TXPhysician AssistantNPI 1497747653Tax ID 75-1286819

    $74.88Published rate
  2. Edward Hiltner

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    AZEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1114040623Tax ID 74-2410946

    $54.00Published rate
  3. Sandra Francis-Rogers

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    UTHospitalist PhysicianNPI 1497935183Tax ID 74-2410946

    $37.20Published rate
  4. Ryan Guy

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    AZPhysical TherapistNPI 1073925939Tax ID 74-2410946

    $22.72Published rate
  5. Jennifer Faircloth

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    WACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistNPI 1710210273Tax ID 74-2410946

    $10.47Published rate

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CPT 71120 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes

The CPT 71120 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 71120 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
71100-CPTLowX-Ray Ribs, Unilateral; 2 Views
71101-CPTLowX Ray Exam Unilat Ribs Chest, Radiologic Examination Ribs Unilateral Including Posteroanterior Chest Minimum Of 3 Views
71110-CPTLowX-Ray Ribs, Bilateral; 3 Views
71120-CPTLowX-Ray; Sternum, Minimum Of 2 Views

What is a fee schedule?

A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 71120. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 71120 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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