Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for magnetic resonance imaging guidance.
CPT 77021 describes radiological supervision and interpretation for needle placement using magnetic resonance imaging guidance, such as biopsy, needle aspiration, injection, or placement of a localization device.
CPT 77022 describes the guidance and monitoring of parenchymal tissue ablation using magnetic resonance imaging.
According to CMS Transmittals CR 3471 (20.4 – Exceptions to Annual Deductible and Coinsurance) neither the annual deductible nor the 20 percent coinsurance apply to Parts A and B home health services, except that there is a coinsurance of 20 percent of the payment amount for supplies, drugs, DME and prosthetics /orthotics furnished as a…
Use CPT 97542 to assess the patient’s need for a wheelchair. This may include the patient’s strength, living situation, weight, skin integrity, etc. Once the patient’s needs are established, measurements are taken before ordering the equipment. For assessment and fitting, the patient’s abilities are observed, maneuverability skills are practiced, and instructions are provided for adjustments…
CPT 64435 describes the injection of an anesthetic agent, steroid, or both in the paracervical or uterine nerve in females. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 64435? CPT 64435 can be used to describe the injection…
CPT 85044 describes the process of evaluating the reticulocyte count in a patient’s blood sample. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 85044? CPT 85044 is used to determine the reticulocyte count in a patient’s…
CPT 83516 is a code for immunoassay testing of noninfectious analytes using a multiple step method, providing qualitative or semiquantitative results. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes, and examples of CPT 83516. 1. What is CPT 83516? CPT 83516 is a code used…
CPT 33406 describes the replacement of the aortic valve using an open surgical approach with the use of a cardiopulmonary bypass. This article will cover the description, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information and billing examples. 1. What is CPT Code 33406? CPT 33406 is used to describe the replacement…
