CT2 Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging - Urinary System ICD-10-PCS
The CT2 code range contains 4 ICD-10-PCS codes for Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging procedures on the urinary system. 3 of the codes are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission in fiscal year 2026.
Root Operation Definition
Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging: Introduction of radioactive materials into the body for three dimensional display of images developed from the capture of radioactive emissions.
Codes in the CT2 Range 4 codes · 3 billable
- CT2 Nuclear Medicine, Urinary System, Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine ImagingNon-billable header
- CT231ZZ Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Technetium 99m (Tc-99m)
- CT23YZZ Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging of Kidneys, Ureters and Bladder using Other Radionuclide
- CT2YYZZ Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging of Urinary System using Other Radionuclide
About the CT2 Code Range
The ICD-10-PCS root operation Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging, identified as CT2, refers to the use of molecular imaging techniques that produce cross-sectional images of specific body systems. This procedure is employed in the Nuclear Medicine section to visualize the function and structure of organs.
The Tomographic Nuclear Medicine Imaging operation allows detailed investigation of the Urinary System, including the Kidneys, Ureters, and Bladder. For example, code CT231ZZ specifies the use of Technetium 99m (Tc-99m), a common radionuclide, to create detailed images of these urinary components. Alternatively, codes like CT23YZZ and CT2YYZZ represent imaging performed with other radionuclides. This method enables clinicians to assess urinary tract function noninvasively through precise tomographic techniques, making it essential for diagnosis and monitoring of urinary conditions.
Questions About This Page
How many billable codes are in the CT2 range?
Of the 4 codes in this range, 3 are billable and valid for inpatient claim submission from October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Table header codes group them but cannot be reported on claims.
What does the CT2 range classify?
The range classifies Tomographic (Tomo) Nuclear Medicine Imaging procedures, introduction of radioactive materials into the body for three dimensional display of images developed from the capture of radioactive emissions, performed on the urinary system. Each code adds the body part, approach, device, and qualifier in characters four through seven, and links to its own reference page.
Related References
Source: CMS FY 2026 ICD-10-PCS order file and code tables, effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026.
