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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 70544 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures subgroup.
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 | 26 - Professional component 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $214.77 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 70544 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $176.125 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 70544 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 70544 by major payers:
$295.05
BCBS / Anthem
$409.20
UnitedHealthcare
$469.29
Aetna
$453.04
Cigna
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 70544 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 70544. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| 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
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Provider Type
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Frequently Asked Questions
CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology. CPT codes are standardized five-digit alphanumeric codes used by healthcare providers to describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. They are crucial for accurate billing, processing of insurance claims, and for tracking healthcare services provided to patients. Understanding CPT codes can help you better comprehend your medical bills and insurance explanations of benefits.
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