70555 Fmri brain by phys/psychiatric
Also known as: fMRI brain physician interpretation, functional MRI professional analysis
Functional magnetic resonance imaging of the brain performed and interpreted by a physician or other qualified health care professional. Includes detailed analysis and clinical correlation of brain activation maps.
In Plain Language
brain activity scan with doctor review; professional brain mapping
Clinical Context
Clinical application of functional imaging with full radiologist or neurologist interpretation for pre-operative planning, characterization of eloquent cortex, and detailed clinical correlation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.54 |
| Total RVU | 2.54 |
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 2.54, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Radiology codes — 3.1x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 70555?
CPT 70555 (Fmri brain by phys/psychiatric) is a Radiology code. Functional magnetic resonance imaging of the brain performed and interpreted by a physician or other qualified health care professional. Includes detailed analysis and clinical correlation of brain activation maps.
Who uses CPT code 70555?
CPT 70555 is used by Neuroradiology, Neurosurgery, Neurology. Clinical application of functional imaging with full radiologist or neurologist interpretation for pre-operative planning, characterization of eloquent cortex, and detailed clinical correlation.
When is CPT 70555 used?
Clinical application of functional imaging with full radiologist or neurologist interpretation for pre-operative planning, characterization of eloquent cortex, and detailed clinical correlation.
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