74183 MRI abdominal without cntr flwd cntr
Also known as: Abdominal MRI with and without contrast, Complete abdominal MRI
Magnetic resonance imaging of the abdomen performed as a comprehensive study with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences.
In Plain Language
MRI scan of abdomen before and after dye
Clinical Context
Comprehensive abdominal imaging for complex pathology assessment combining baseline anatomy with dynamic enhancement patterns.
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 74183?
CPT 74183 (MRI abdominal without cntr flwd cntr) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance imaging of the abdomen performed as a comprehensive study with both non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences.
Who uses CPT code 74183?
CPT 74183 is used by Radiology, Hepatology, Gastroenterology. Comprehensive abdominal imaging for complex pathology assessment combining baseline anatomy with dynamic enhancement patterns.
When is CPT 74183 used?
Comprehensive abdominal imaging for complex pathology assessment combining baseline anatomy with dynamic enhancement patterns.
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