HCPCS Code C8903

Magnetic resonance imaging with contrast, breast; unilateral
Code effective Oct 01, 2001

HCPCS Section
Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System

C8903 is a valid 2026 HCPCS code meaning Magnetic resonance imaging with contrast, breast; unilateral or (Mri w/cont, breast, uni) for short. HCPCS C8903 has been effective since 10/01/2001 and applies to Diagnostic radiology.

HCPCS Code Details - C8903

HCPCS Level II Code
Section C - Temporary Codes for Use with Outpatient Prospective Payment System
HCPCS Code C8903
Description

Long description:
Magnetic resonance imaging with contrast, breast; unilateral

Short description:
Mri w/cont, breast, uni

HCPCS Pricing indicator 53 - Statute
Multiple pricing indicator A - Not applicable as HCPCS priced under one methodology
Statute number 1833(t)(2)
Coverage code D - Special coverage instructions apply
ASC payment group code Effective Jan 01, 2008 - This procedure is approved to be performed in an ambulatory surgical center.
BETOS2 code I2D - Advanced imaging - MRI/MRA: other
HCPCS Action code N - No maintenance for this code
Type of service 4 - Diagnostic radiology
Effective date Effective Oct 01, 2001
Date added Added Oct 01, 2001

See also

  • HCPCS C8902 · Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, abdomen

  • HCPCS C8904 · Magnetic resonance imaging without contrast, breast; unilateral

  • HCPCS C8905 · Magnetic resonance imaging without contrast followed by with contrast, breast; unilateral

  • HCPCS C8906 · Magnetic resonance imaging with contrast, breast; bilateral

  • HCPCS C8907 · Magnetic resonance imaging without contrast, breast; bilateral

  • HCPCS C8908 · Magnetic resonance imaging without contrast followed by with contrast, breast; bilateral

  • HCPCS C9791 · Magnetic resonance imaging with inhaled hyperpolarized xenon-129 contrast agent, chest, including preparation and administration of agent

  • HCPCS S8042 · Magnetic resonance imaging (mri), low-field

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