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CPT 70548 Fee Schedule

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 Neck Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Vessel Structures In The Neck. A Contrast Agent May Be Used To Highlight Areas.
Key FactDetail
Service Type

Radiology Procedures

Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures

Common Place of Service

23 - Emergency Room

22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital

21 - Inpatient Hospital

Common Modifiers

None

26 - Professional component

GC - Service performed by resident under supervision

Complexity LevelModerate
Medicare Fee ScheduleView Medicare rates for 70548
Medicaid Fee ScheduleView Medicaid rates for 70548

National average reimbursement for CPT 70548 by major payers:

bcbs

$348.37

uhc

$437.17

aetna

$485.95

cigna

$493.39

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CPT 70548
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
  1. Douglas Macha

    Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA

    TXDiagnostic Radiology PhysicianNPI 1316903982Tax ID 75-1286819

    $1,047.54Published rate
  2. Nancy Udall

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    KSCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistNPI 1891026381Tax ID 74-2410946

    $1,025.40Published rate
  3. Christopher Raio

    Samaritan Emergency Medical Services PC

    NYEmergency Medicine PhysicianNPI 1255478004Tax ID 20-8243412

    $409.49Published rate
  4. Adam Prater

    Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA

    TXDiagnostic Radiology PhysicianNPI 1992021075Tax ID 75-1286819

    $155.17Published rate
  5. Leigh Mcglinn

    Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation

    TXCritical Care Neonatal Nurse PractitionerNPI 1558679233Tax ID 74-2410946

    $65.33Published rate

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CPT 70548 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes

The CPT 70548 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 70548 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.

CodeComplexityDescription
70492-CPTModerateCt Scan Of Neck, A Ct Scanner Circles The Head Taking X-Rays Of The Neck And Assembles Them Into A 3-D Image. Dye (Contrast) May Be Used To Make The Area Easier To See.
70547-CPTModerateMra Of Neck Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Vessel Structures In The Neck.
70548-CPTModerateMra Of Neck Blood Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Vessel Structures In The Neck. A Contrast Agent May Be Used To Highlight Areas.
70549-CPTModerateMra Study Of Neck Vessels, An Mr (Magnetic Resonance) Angiogram Is A Detailed Image Of Blood Flow And Vessel Structures In The Neck. 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 70548. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.

Understanding the 70548 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

Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies


Geographic Location

Costs may be higher in urban areas.


Provider Type

Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.

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