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Most radiology services or procedures, although described by a single CPT code, comprise two distinct portions: a professional component and a technical component. The professional component is provided by the physician, and may include supervision, interpretation, and a written report.

The second (B2) states that as of 01/01/2007 Medicare will pay separately for the contrast medium used in performing any MRI services that require the use of contrast.

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Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA) is a non-invasive diagnostic test that uses magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). ... Medicare currently covers MRA for patients with vascular disease of the abdomen and pelvis only when there is damage to the wall of the aorta (a large artery).

CPT®70553, Under Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Head and Neck. The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 70553 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures of the Head and Neck.

Medicare Part B will cover 80 percent of the cost of medically necessary X-rays that are ordered by your doctor and taken at an outpatient setting. You'll have to meet your Medicare Part B deductible before your coverage begins. In 2020, the deductible is $198.

To implement this provision, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) created modifier FY (Computed radiography services furnished). Beginning in 2018, claims for computed radiography services that are furnished for X-rays must include modifier FY that will result in the applicable payment reduction.

The cost report contains provider information such as facility characteristics, utilization data, cost and charges by cost center (in total and for Medicare), Medicare settlement data, and financial statement data. CMS maintains the cost report data in the Healthcare Provider Cost Reporting Information System (HCRIS).

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