73725 Mr ang lower external w or without dye
Also known as: Lower extremity MRA, Leg vascular MRI
Magnetic resonance angiography of the lower extremity with and without intravenous contrast to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
In Plain Language
MRI scan of leg blood vessels
Clinical Context
Evaluates lower extremity vascular anatomy, arterial stenosis, venous insufficiency, and malformations without ionizing radiation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.77 |
| Total RVU | 1.77 |
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 1.77, this code ranks in the 86th 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 73725?
CPT 73725 (Mr ang lower external w or without dye) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance angiography of the lower extremity with and without intravenous contrast to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
Who uses CPT code 73725?
CPT 73725 is used by Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology. Evaluates lower extremity vascular anatomy, arterial stenosis, venous insufficiency, and malformations without ionizing radiation.
When is CPT 73725 used?
Evaluates lower extremity vascular anatomy, arterial stenosis, venous insufficiency, and malformations without ionizing radiation.
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