72195 MRI pelvis without dye
Also known as: Pelvis MRI without contrast, Non-contrast pelvis MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging of the pelvis performed without intravenous gadolinium contrast agent to visualize soft tissue structures and assess pathology.
In Plain Language
MRI scan of the pelvis without dye; Magnetic imaging of pelvic area
Clinical Context
Preferred for evaluating pelvic soft tissue abnormalities including gynecologic tumors, prostate lesions, and musculoskeletal pathology without radiation exposure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.42 |
| Total RVU | 1.42 |
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 1.42, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.8x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 72195?
CPT 72195 (MRI pelvis without dye) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance imaging of the pelvis performed without intravenous gadolinium contrast agent to visualize soft tissue structures and assess pathology.
Who uses CPT code 72195?
CPT 72195 is used by Radiology, Gynecology, Urology. Preferred for evaluating pelvic soft tissue abnormalities including gynecologic tumors, prostate lesions, and musculoskeletal pathology without radiation exposure.
When is CPT 72195 used?
Preferred for evaluating pelvic soft tissue abnormalities including gynecologic tumors, prostate lesions, and musculoskeletal pathology without radiation exposure.
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