HCPCS 73700

Computed tomography, lower extremity; without contrast material

AI EXPLANATION: A lower extremity CT scan (computed tomography or CAT scan) is an imaging examination that uses X-rays and computer processing to create detailed cross-sectional views of the leg, including the hip, knee, calf, ankle, or foot. This scan is performed without contrast material, meaning no imaging dye is injected into the body. The resulting pictures allow healthcare providers to closely examine bones, joints, muscles, and soft tissues for fractures, infections, joint damage, or other structural abnormalities.