72197 MRI pelvis without & with dye
Also known as: Pelvis MRI with and without contrast, Complete pelvis MRI, Dual-phase pelvis MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging of the pelvis performed as a comprehensive study with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to fully characterize pelvic pathology.
In Plain Language
MRI scan of pelvis before and after dye injection; Complete pelvic magnetic imaging study
Clinical Context
Comprehensive imaging for complex pelvic diagnoses including staging malignancies, evaluating chronic pain, and assessing post-treatment changes where both enhancement patterns and baseline anatomy are needed.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.15 |
| Total RVU | 2.15 |
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 2.15, this code ranks in the 92nd percentile among Radiology codes — 2.7x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 72197?
CPT 72197 (MRI pelvis without & with dye) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance imaging of the pelvis performed as a comprehensive study with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to fully characterize pelvic pathology.
Who uses CPT code 72197?
CPT 72197 is used by Radiology, Gynecology, Oncology. Comprehensive imaging for complex pelvic diagnoses including staging malignancies, evaluating chronic pain, and assessing post-treatment changes where both enhancement patterns and baseline anatomy are needed.
When is CPT 72197 used?
Comprehensive imaging for complex pelvic diagnoses including staging malignancies, evaluating chronic pain, and assessing post-treatment changes where both enhancement patterns and baseline anatomy are needed.
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