Cervical Spine (Neck) MRI with and without Contrast
HCPCS 72156
Magnetic resonance (eg, proton) imaging, spinal canal and contents, cervical; without contrast material, followed by contrast material(s) and further sequences
AI EXPLANATION: A cervical spine MRI is a noninvasive imaging scan that uses strong magnetic fields and radio waves to generate detailed cross-sectional pictures of the neck, including the cervical vertebrae, spinal cord, discs, and surrounding soft tissues. During this examination, an initial set of images is taken without contrast, followed by the intravenous administration of a specialized imaging dye to highlight blood vessels, tissues, and areas of inflammation on subsequent scans.
Across 9 hospitals, negotiated prices for this code range from $1 to $20,460. Each dot below is one payer and plan's rate as published by the hospital.
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Akron Children's Hospital
Brunswick Medical Center and 24-Hour Emergency Room