AMA CPT® Assistant - 1999 Issue 5 (May)
Radiology Spine and Pelvis, 72147 (Q&A) (May 1999)
May 1999 page 10f Coding Consultation Radiology Spine and Pelvis, 72147 (Q&A) Question CPT codes 72146 and 72147 describe magnetic resonance (eg, proton) im aging of the thoracic spinal canal and contents, with and without contrast. Under what conditions would it be appropriate to report CPT code 72147 Magnetic resonance (eg, proton) imaging, spinal canal and contents, thoracic; with contrast material(s) ? AMA Comment CPT code 72147 may be reported for MR imaging of the thoracic spinal canal and contents when contrast administration is performed intravascularly. The radiology guidelines have been revised in CPT 1999 to define administration of...
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Article Overview
This short AMA/CPT Assistant Q&A discusses a radiology coding question involving thoracic spine magnetic resonance imaging and the 1999 revision of contrast-administration guidance. It is relevant for radiology coders and other professionals reviewing historical CPT guidance on how contrast is characterized in imaging documentation.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand how CPT radiology guidance was framed in 1999 and why contrast-administration wording in imaging reports matters for code reporting and compliance.
What You Will Learn
- The article’s coding topic and clinical imaging context.
- How the 1999 CPT radiology guideline update addressed contrast-administration terminology.
- The general scope of the AMA’s commentary on thoracic spine MRI reporting.
- How the discussion relates to radiology documentation and code selection review.
Who Should Read This
- Radiology coders
- Professional coders
- Compliance staff
- Billing staff
- Health information management professionals
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