70542 MRI orbit/face/neck with dye
Also known as: MRI orbit/face/neck with contrast, enhanced MRI, gadolinium-enhanced MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging of the orbits, face, and neck with intravenous gadolinium contrast medium enhancement. Provides superior soft tissue characterization with enhanced visualization of vascular structures and pathologic enhancement.
In Plain Language
orbital scan with dye; enhanced face and neck imaging
Clinical Context
Indicated for orbital tumors, optic neuritis evaluation, cavernous sinus pathology, thyroid and neck masses, and inflammatory conditions. Gadolinium enhancement improves lesion characterization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.58 |
| Total RVU | 1.58 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.58, this code ranks in the 80th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.0x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 70542?
CPT 70542 (MRI orbit/face/neck with dye) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance imaging of the orbits, face, and neck with intravenous gadolinium contrast medium enhancement. Provides superior soft tissue characterization with enhanced visualization of vascular structures and pathologic enhancement.
Who uses CPT code 70542?
CPT 70542 is used by Neuroradiology, Oncology, Ophthalmology. Indicated for orbital tumors, optic neuritis evaluation, cavernous sinus pathology, thyroid and neck masses, and inflammatory conditions. Gadolinium enhancement improves lesion characterization.
When is CPT 70542 used?
Indicated for orbital tumors, optic neuritis evaluation, cavernous sinus pathology, thyroid and neck masses, and inflammatory conditions. Gadolinium enhancement improves lesion characterization.
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