- Strengths
- jaundice, gallbladder or biliary tract disease. Ultrasound usually first line, though. Some
- Limitations
- Does not include the pelvis. Most of the time pelvis should be included in the CT order as peritoneal contents are then fully assessed.
- Contraindications
- 1) Allergy to contrast, but we will premedicate patient as necessary; 2) IV contrast will be dose-adjusted dependent upon creatinine clearance.
- CPT Code
- 74160
- Exact format for order to be authorized
- CT abdomen with contrast
- Patient Preparation
- NPO 4 hours, but can take meds with small sip of water.
