Wiki Mri lower extremity

[donnagullikson]

Radiologist is performing MRI RT foot and ankle - the report talks about both areas. What CPT would you use 73718 or 73721 - I know I cannot code for both. Patient came in with rt foot pain and swelling. See attached report.

Thanks,

 

[danskangel313]

The code(s) have to match the requesting provider's order, which looks to be an "MRI RT FOOT". 73721 is for an MRI of lower extremity joint; 73718 is an MRI for "other than joint". I agree with what the provider documented, 73718.