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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 74220 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures subgroup.
X Ray Xm Esophagus 1cntrst, Radiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scout Chest Radiograph S And Delayed Image S When Performed Single Contrast Eg Barium Study
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 21 - Inpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $94.19 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 74220 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $77.76 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 74220 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 74220 by major payers:
$116.83
BCBS / Anthem
$105.29
UnitedHealthcare
$121.29
Aetna
$135.30
Cigna
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CPT 74220
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$73.04Published rateElizabeth Miller-Boostani
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$35.20Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 74220 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 74220. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 74210-CPT | Low | X Ray Xm Phrnx Crv Esoph C, Radiologic Examination Pharynx And Or Cervical Esophagus Including Scout Neck Radiograph S And Delayed Image S When Performed Contrast Eg Barium Study |
| 74220-CPT | Low | X Ray Xm Esophagus 1cntrst, Radiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scout Chest Radiograph S And Delayed Image S When Performed Single Contrast Eg Barium Study |
| 74221-CPT | Low | X Ray Xm Esophagus 2cntrst, Radiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scout Chest Radiograph S And Delayed Image S When Performed Double Contrast Eg High Density Barium And Effervescent Agent Study |
| 74230-CPT | Low | Swallowing Study With Video, Oral Contrast Agent Is Swallowed And Video X-Ray Pictures Are Taken To Create A Motion Picture Of The Swallowing Process. This Helps A Speech Pathologist To Identify Abnormalities Of Swallowing Mechanics. |
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A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 74220. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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