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CPT 74220 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: December 2025

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.

Radiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scoutchest Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed; Single-Contrast (Eg Barium) Study (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Radiology Procedures

Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures

Common Place of Service

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

TC - Technical component

Complexity LevelLow

National average reimbursement for CPT 74220 by major payers:

bcbs

$116.83

uhc

$105.29

aetna

$121.29

cigna

$138.02

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For billing codeCPT 74220
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United
74220$85.941164727673 - CIARA FREEMAN593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLMedical Oncology Physician (207RX0202X)
United
74220$35.201598208530 - EUGENIE NEWBY-STEPHAN593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLNurse Practitioner (363L00000X)
United
74220$85.941023241734 - AMREESH MAHIL593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLAnesthesiology Physician (207L00000X)
United
74220$35.221538100359 - MARK HONOR593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLPhysician Assistant (363A00000X)
United
74220$127.361407949944 - PATRICK HWU593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLMedical Oncology Physician (207RX0202X)
United
74220$73.051740734698 - AMI VIERNES593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLNurse Practitioner (363L00000X)
United
74220$108.261245971159 - SHEETHAL CYRIAC593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLAdult Health Nurse Practitioner (363LA2200X)
United
74220$41.431952754368 - MEAGAN WALSH593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
74220$73.051710416979 - DOROTHIE DUROSIER MERTILUS593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLPrimary Care Nurse Practitioner (363LP2300X)
United
74220$85.941699345199 - JEFFER PINZON593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLEmergency Medicine Physician (207P00000X)
United
74220$127.361942694872 - VAIVA GUSTAINYTE593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLDiagnostic Radiology Physician (2085R0202X)
United
74220$85.931003904889 - ERIC PADRON593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLInternal Medicine Physician (207R00000X)
United
74220$41.431528465994 - ZHUOER XIE593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLHematology & Oncology Physician (207RH0003X)
United
74220$35.221396389037 - KADLY RUDER593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLNurse Practitioner (363L00000X)
United
74220$85.931972879955 - RAWAN FARAMAND593238640 - H LEE MOFFITT CANCER CTR & RES INST LIFE TIME CANCER SCRN CTR INCFLInternal Medicine Physician (207R00000X)
United
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 74220 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes

The CPT 74220 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 74220 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
74210-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Pharynx And/Or Cervical Esophagus Including Scout Neck Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed Contrast (Eg Barium) Study (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
74220-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scoutchest Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed; Single-Contrast (Eg Barium) Study (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
74221-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Esophagus Including Scout Chest Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed; Double-Contrast (Eg High-Density Barium And Effervescent Agent) Study
74230-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Swallowing Function With Cineradiography/Videoradiography Including Scout Neck Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed Contrast (Eg Barium) Study (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)

What is a fee schedule?

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.

Understanding the 74220 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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