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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Mra Of Head Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Blood Vessels In The Head.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None 26 - Professional component 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 70544 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 70544 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 70544 by major payers:
$295.05
$409.20
$469.29
$453.04
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CPT 70544
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$734.82Published rateErnest Wheeler
$381.38Published rateHeidi Hollins
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$274.48Published rateSem Bastien
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$204.08Published rateJessica Castorena
$64.01Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 70544 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The CPT 70544 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 70544 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 70496-CPT | Moderate | Ct Scan Of Head Blood Vessels, A Ct (Computed Tomography) Angiogram Produces Images Of The Blood Vessels In The Head. The Scanner Circles The Body Taking X-Rays And Assembles Them Into A 3-D Image. Contrast Dye May Be Injected To Highlight A Specific Area. |
| 70544-CPT | Moderate | Mra Of Head Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Blood Vessels In The Head. |
| 70545-CPT | Moderate | Mra Of Head Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Blood Vessels In The Head. A Contrast Agent May Be Used To Highlight Areas. |
| 70546-CPT | Moderate | Mra Study Of Head Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Vessel Structures In The Head. The Study Compares Images With And Without A Contrast Agent. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 70544. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 70544 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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