Mammograms
What is the mammo order hierarchy?
P4P, EMR, BID, NCP5 or HB40, followed by all other orders
What is the ONLY region a MSK US can be completed?
Orange
What is the CPT code for a DEXA?
77080
What is the age requirement for a male to get a breast exam?
25+
True or False: A woman can get a tv US if she is on her cycle
A DEXA is the most accurate method of determining what?
Bone density and potential problems related to bone loss
Can a breastfeeding pt have a mammo?
Yes
Name(s) of the tool used to scan the body during an ultrasound
Transducers/Probes
Osteoporosis, or bone loss is commonly associated with who?
Post-Menopausal Women
What is a callback?
The need for a patient to come back for further imaging
How many different transducers/probes do radnet facilities use?
5
What is osteoporosis?
A condition in which bones become weak and brittle making them more susceptible to fracture
What do you do when you see BID (breast imaging to be determined)?
Change exam to the proper study and schedule
How many regions complete an Echocardiogram?
2
What can a DEXA predict?
The risk of fractures