72198 Mr angio pelvis without & with dye
Also known as: Pelvis MR angiography, Pelvic vascular MRI
Magnetic resonance angiography of the pelvis with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced imaging to visualize blood vessels and assess vascular patency.
In Plain Language
MRI scan of blood vessels in the pelvis; Vascular imaging of pelvic area
Clinical Context
Evaluates pelvic vascular anatomy and detects arterial or venous abnormalities including iliac artery stenosis, pelvic varices, and vascular malformations without ionizing radiation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 1.76 |
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 1.76, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.2x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 72198?
CPT 72198 (Mr angio pelvis without & with dye) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance angiography of the pelvis with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced imaging to visualize blood vessels and assess vascular patency.
Who uses CPT code 72198?
CPT 72198 is used by Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology. Evaluates pelvic vascular anatomy and detects arterial or venous abnormalities including iliac artery stenosis, pelvic varices, and vascular malformations without ionizing radiation.
When is CPT 72198 used?
Evaluates pelvic vascular anatomy and detects arterial or venous abnormalities including iliac artery stenosis, pelvic varices, and vascular malformations without ionizing radiation.
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