Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (74712, 74713) (June 2016)

June 2016 page 5 Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (74712, 74713) Two new codes (74712, 74713) were added to the Radiology: Gynecological and Obstetrical subsection of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2016 code set to report fetal (including placental) and maternal pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These new codes are distinctly different from codes 72195-72197, which are used to report MRI of only the pelvis and/or placenta, but not the fetus. Performing MRI examinations directed toward fetal and placental anomalies may supplement findings identified on obstetrical ultrasound examinations, particularly those that are limited by technical factors, such as imaging...

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Article Overview

This June 2016 CPT Assistant article covers fetal magnetic resonance imaging coding in obstetrical and gynecological radiology. It explains the scope of the newly added CPT codes, how they fit within the broader radiology section, and the related distinctions from other pelvic MRI reporting. The article is aimed at coders, billers, and clinical documentation staff who work with maternal-fetal imaging and need to understand the general coding guidance and documentation context discussed in the issue.

Why This Topic Matters

Accurate reporting of fetal MRI affects radiology coding consistency, proper code selection, and alignment with CPT guidance for prenatal imaging services.

Article Sections

  1. June 2016 page 5

    Introductory page content identifying the topic and its placement within the CPT Assistant issue.

  2. Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging (74712, 74713)

    Overview of fetal MRI coding within the gynecological and obstetrical radiology subsection, including the broader context for obstetrical and pelvic MRI reporting.

  3. Clinical Example (74712)

    A sample fetal MRI scenario illustrating the documentation context associated with the primary fetal imaging code.

  4. Description of Procedure (74712)

    Procedure narrative describing the type of imaging documentation and anatomic areas addressed in the fetal MRI example.

  5. Clinical Example (74713)

    A sample add-on imaging scenario involving an additional gestation in the same general fetal MRI topic.

  6. Description of Procedure (74713)

    Procedure narrative describing the imaging documentation context for the additional-gestation add-on example.

What You Will Learn

  • How fetal MRI is positioned within obstetrical and gynecological radiology coding
  • What general documentation themes are associated with fetal and placental imaging
  • How the article frames the relationship between fetal MRI and other pelvic MRI reporting
  • What the article highlights about primary and add-on fetal imaging scenarios

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Radiology coding staff
  • OB/GYN documentation staff
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Clinical documentation specialists

Codes Discussed

Code Ranges Discussed


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