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76390 Mr spectroscopy

Radiology

Also known as: MR spectroscopy, MRS

Magnetic resonance (MR) spectroscopy to measure chemical composition and metabolic information from tissue without structural imaging.

In Plain Language

Chemical analysis using MRI; Metabolic imaging

Clinical Context

Advanced magnetic resonance technique providing chemical and metabolic information useful in evaluating brain tumors, stroke, or metabolic disorders.

RVU Information

CPT 76390 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

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

This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Radiology category, 7% of codes share this characteristic.

Specialties

RadiologyNeurologyOncology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 76390?

CPT 76390 (Mr spectroscopy) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance (MR) spectroscopy to measure chemical composition and metabolic information from tissue without structural imaging.

Who uses CPT code 76390?

CPT 76390 is used by Radiology, Neurology, Oncology. Advanced magnetic resonance technique providing chemical and metabolic information useful in evaluating brain tumors, stroke, or metabolic disorders.

When is CPT 76390 used?

Advanced magnetic resonance technique providing chemical and metabolic information useful in evaluating brain tumors, stroke, or metabolic disorders.

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