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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.
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| 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 RT - Right side of body LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 73222 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 73222 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 73222 by major payers:
$450.74
$496.75
$561.08
$565.40
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CPT 73222
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Edward Tang
$2,604.40Published rateVhs San Antonio Partners LLC, Baptist Medical Center
$715.17Published rateDaniel Knight
Thedacare Medical Center-Waupaca Inc
$392.36Published rateTerri Williams-Weekes
Tufts Medical Center Physicians Organization Inc
$164.16Published rateTomoki Hashimoto
$71.16Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 73222 vs. Other Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) Procedures Codes
The CPT 73222 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 73222 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 73218-CPT | Moderate | Mri Of An Arm, An Mri (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Uses A Strong Magnetic Field To View And Create Images Of One Or Both Arms. A Contrast Agent May Be Introduced To Highlight An Area. Multiple Images May Be Taken. |
| 73221-CPT | Moderate | Mri Of An Arm Joint, An Mri (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Uses A Strong Magnetic Field To View And Create Images Of A Shoulder Elbow Or Wrist Joint. A Contrast Agent May Be Introduced To Highlight An Area. Multiple Images May Be Taken. |
| 73222-CPT | Moderate | Mri Of An Arm Joint, An Mri (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Uses A Strong Magnetic Field To View And Create Images Of A Shoulder Elbow Or Wrist Joint. A Contrast Agent May Be Introduced To Highlight An Area. Multiple Images May Be Taken. |
| 73223-CPT | Moderate | Mri Of An Arm Joint, An Mri (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) Uses A Strong Magnetic Field To View And Create Images Of An Arm Joint. A Contrast Agent May Be Introduced To Highlight Areas. Multiple Images May Be Taken. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 73222. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 73222 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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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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