Abdominal/Pelvic Ultrasound: Scheduling Guide & Exam Codes

Purpose: This guide provides accurate scheduling support for Abdominal and Pelvic Ultrasound exams across all Washington Radiology locations. Use this resource to confirm exam type, location restrictions, patient prep, and important scheduling reminders.

Location Availability Summary:

DC (K Street)
Chevy Chase
Bethesda
Fairfax
Sterling

Female Cycle Date Rules:

Female Cycle Guidelines for Pelvic Complete and Sonohysterogram Exams:

Day 1 = First day bleeding starts
Normal Cycles: Schedule between days 7-10
Irregular Cycles: Patient should call on Day 1 of her period; then schedule between days 7-10
Continuous Bleeding or Post-Menopausal Bleeding (PMB): Schedule any time

Quick Reference: Exam Types & Guidelines

Exam Code	Exam Description	When to Use	Location(s) & Rules	Prep & Notes
2	Ultrasound Abdominal Complete	Gallbladder, liver, pancreas, appendix, spleen, hernia, flank, etc.	If under 12 years of age If reason for exam is Pyloric Stenosis (schedule with Dr. Johnson in Bethesda ONLY) Transfer to Center if reason for exam is: Floating Rib (scheduled with Dr. Allison in DC or Fairfax ONLY)	AM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before the exam PM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink beginning 6 hours before the exam.
407	Ultrasound Abdominal Aorta			AM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before the exam PM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink beginning 6 hours before the exam.
???	Ultrasound Abdominal Aorta Screen			AM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink after midnight the night before the exam PM Appt Exam Prep: Nothing to eat or drink beginning 6 hours before the exam.
278	Ultrasound Duplex Abdomen/Pelvis TV	AKA:Ultrasound Abdomen and Pelvic Use this exam code if the referring physician wrote the order for both exams. If not, schedule separately.	If patient is under the age of 12	AM Appt Exam Prep: Do not eat or drink after midnight the night before the exam. Drink 16 oz. of water only, 2 hours before the exam. Please do not empty your bladder until the exam is complete. PM Appt Exam Prep: Do not eat or drink starting 6 hours before the exam. Drink 16 oz. of water only, 2 hours before the exam. Please do not empty your bladder until the exam is complete. Patients UNDER 17: Drink 16-21 oz. of water, 1 hour before the exam. Please do not empty your bladder until the exam is complete.
432	Ultrasound Pelvic Non-OB with Transvaginal Doppler (Transabdominal & Transvaginal)	AKA: Pelvic Complete Abnormal bleeding, breakthrough or mid-cycle bleeding, rule out polyps, endometrial lining abnormalities, menorrhagia, ovarian cysts, fibroids, amenorrhea, post-menopausal bleeding, sacrum, pelvic pain, groin, follicle count, etc.	If patient is under the age of 12 Female Patients: Cycle date does NOT apply. This exam can be scheduled any time.	Prep: Drink 32 oz. of water, 1 hour before the exam. Please do not empty your bladder until the exam is complete. Patients UNDER 17: Drink 16-21 oz. of water, 1 hour before the exam.
66	Hysterosonogram Includes Pelvic Ultrasound	AKA: Sonohysterogram Review female organs to address concerns such as unexplained vaginal bleeding, infertility, and repeated miscarriages	Female Patients: Cycle date matters. This exam is NOT the same as a Hysterosalpingogram, please confirm the reason for the exam. If the reason for exam is to evaluate for blockages of the fallopian tubes, DO NOT schedule this exam. DC APPOINTMENTS ONLY: Forward the call to x1220, if you reach voicemail, email Leadership and the patient will receive a return call to schedule	Prep: Drink 32 oz. of water, 1 hour before the exam. Please do not empty your bladder until the exam is complete.