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10012 Fna biopsy with mr gdn each additional

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: FNA with MRI guidance additional, MRI-guided FNA add-on

Fine needle aspiration biopsy with magnetic resonance imaging guidance of each additional lesion. Multiple-target sampling during a single MRI session.

In Plain Language

Additional needle biopsy with MRI; Extra sample with MRI guidance

Clinical Context

Applied for multiple lesions visualized on MRI requiring tissue diagnosis, common in evaluation of multifocal soft tissue or osseous abnormalities.

RVU Information

CPT 10012 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.

Billing & Documentation

As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.

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 Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.

Specialties

RadiologyInterventional RadiologyNeurosurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 10012?

CPT 10012 (Fna biopsy with mr gdn each additional) is a Surgery code. Fine needle aspiration biopsy with magnetic resonance imaging guidance of each additional lesion. Multiple-target sampling during a single MRI session.

What is the wRVU value for CPT 10012?

The work RVU for CPT 10012 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Neurosurgery.

When is CPT 10012 used?

Applied for multiple lesions visualized on MRI requiring tissue diagnosis, common in evaluation of multifocal soft tissue or osseous abnormalities.

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