3112F CT/MRI brain done 24 hours
Also known as: delayed brain imaging, imaging not done timely, imaging delay
Documentation that computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging of the brain was not performed within 24 hours of symptom onset or admission.
In Plain Language
brain scan delayed beyond one day
Clinical Context
Performance measure indicating deviation from acute stroke protocol. Documents cases where timely neuroimaging was not completed per guidelines.
RVU Information
CPT 3112F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
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Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 3112F?
CPT 3112F (CT/MRI brain done 24 hours) is a Other code. Documentation that computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging of the brain was not performed within 24 hours of symptom onset or admission.
Who uses CPT code 3112F?
CPT 3112F is used by Neurology, Emergency Medicine. Performance measure indicating deviation from acute stroke protocol. Documents cases where timely neuroimaging was not completed per guidelines.
When is CPT 3112F used?
Performance measure indicating deviation from acute stroke protocol. Documents cases where timely neuroimaging was not completed per guidelines.
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