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CPT 74240 Fee Schedule

Last Verified: February 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.

Radiologic Examination Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Including Scout Abdominal 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
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 74240

National average reimbursement for CPT 74240 by major payers:

bcbs

$140.99

uhc

$132.61

aetna

$154.75

cigna

$173.86

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United
74240$73.791639120124 - STEVEN HASSIG161152051 - (NY) BROOME GASTROENTEROLOGY ASSOCIATES ANTHONY R MONTICELLO MD PC)NYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$33.361164623351 - ELIZABETH ODSTRCIL752005254 - TEXAS DIGESTIVE DISEASE CONSULTANTSTXGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$208.211679147201 - RONI AOUN113265111 - (NY) PECONIC BAY PRIMARY MEDICAL CARE, P.C.NYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$378.501689679029 - JOSEPH YARZE42807148 - MASS GENERAL BRIGHAM INCORPORATEDNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$52.901780740860 - STEVEN GOLDSTEIN150346515 - (NY) ALICE HYDE MEDICAL CENTERNJGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$78.271124078589 - JONATHAN BUSCAGLIA112558775 - (NY) STONY BROOK INTERNISTS P CNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$117.441215005152 - SULAIMAN AZEEZ132655001 - NEW YORK CITY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS CORPORATIONNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$53.381801258975 - STEPHANIE GOLD611661781NYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$70.401265471809 - STONY BROOK INTERNISTS, UNIVERSITY FACULTY PRACTICE CORPORATION112558775 - (NY) STONY BROOK INTERNISTS P CNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$126.871598923542 - NANCY CHUNG843068891 - (NY) VANGUARD GASTROENTEROLOGY LLPNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$74.481437444007 - AKEEM ADEBOGUN752547668 - (TX) HUGULEY MEDICAL ASSOCIATES INCTXGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$93.151255573671 - ASHLEY MARANINO134185781 - SJR MEDICAL PCNYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$138.491265747489 - KASIM KAZBAY364734205NYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$132.851912915034 - NATARAJ KASAL272413974INGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
74240$62.791801085337 - JOSHUA NOVAK611661781NYGastroenterology Physician (207RG0100X)
United
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist
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99202$100.0012345678901234567890CACardiologist

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CPT 74240 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes

The CPT 74240 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 74240 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
74240-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Including Scout Abdominal Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed; Single- Contrast (Eg Barium) Study (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
74246-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Upper Gastrointestinal Tract Including Scout Abdominal Radiograph(S) And Delayed Image(S) When Performed; Double- Contrast (Eg High-Density Barium And Effervescent Agent) Study Including Glucagon When Administered (Desc Rvsd 1/1/20)
74248-CPTLowRadiologic Small Intestine Follow-Through Study Including Multiple Serial Images (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure For Upper Gi Radiologic Examination)
74250-CPTLowRadiologic Examination Small Intestine Includingmultiple Serial Images And Scout Abdominal Radiograph(S) When Performed; Single-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 74240. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 74240 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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