ICD-10-PCS Code For Brain: Procedure Code Group Overview

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group B030 includes procedures performed to image brain structures in the central nervous system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when magnetic resonance imaging is performed to evaluate neurologic conditions, intracranial pathology, or preoperative planning. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS B030 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

This code group covers magnetic resonance imaging procedures of the brain that capture radiofrequency signals within a magnetic field and reformat them into multiplanar digital images. These procedures target the central nervous system and provide high-resolution visualization of brain structures, pathology, and functional information. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding ensures inpatient records reflect the imaging performed and supports appropriate case mix and payment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
0	Body System	Central Nervous System
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
0	Body Part	Brain

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Brain Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
0	Body System	Central Nervous System
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
0	Body Part	Brain

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the brain is performed and documented as the procedure. Codes apply when MRI images are acquired and reformatted for diagnostic interpretation, treatment planning, or monitoring of neurologic conditions.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
B030Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B030YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain using Other Contrast
B030ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted through the emergency department after acute onset of severe headache, focal neurologic deficits, and suspected intracranial hemorrhage or ischemic stroke. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the brain is ordered with and without contrast to evaluate for acute infarct, hemorrhage, or vascular malformation and to guide urgent neurosurgical or medical management. The study yields high-resolution multiplanar images to assess parenchymal injury and vascular-related findings. Typical codes: B030Y0Z
An adult patient is admitted for preoperative evaluation prior to elective resection of a known low-grade glioma. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the brain with and without contrast is performed to delineate tumor extent, involvement of eloquent cortex, and relation to adjacent structures to assist surgical planning. The reformatting of multiplanar images supports neuronavigation and intraoperative decision-making. Typical codes: B030Y0Z
An elderly patient hospitalized for worsening cognitive decline and new-onset seizures undergoes non-contrast brain imaging to differentiate chronic microvascular ischemic change from tumor or acute insult when contrast administration is contraindicated by severe renal impairment. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging without contrast provides multiplanar views to evaluate atrophy patterns, ischemic burden, and seizure focus without exposing the patient to contrast agents. Typical codes: B030ZZZ

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
B030Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
B030YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain using Other Contrast
B030ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Brain

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted through the emergency department after acute onset of severe headache, focal neurologic deficits, and suspected intracranial hemorrhage or ischemic stroke. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the brain is ordered with and without contrast to evaluate for acute infarct, hemorrhage, or vascular malformation and to guide urgent neurosurgical or medical management. The study yields high-resolution multiplanar images to assess parenchymal injury and vascular-related findings. Typical codes: B030Y0Z
An adult patient is admitted for preoperative evaluation prior to elective resection of a known low-grade glioma. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the brain with and without contrast is performed to delineate tumor extent, involvement of eloquent cortex, and relation to adjacent structures to assist surgical planning. The reformatting of multiplanar images supports neuronavigation and intraoperative decision-making. Typical codes: B030Y0Z
An elderly patient hospitalized for worsening cognitive decline and new-onset seizures undergoes non-contrast brain imaging to differentiate chronic microvascular ischemic change from tumor or acute insult when contrast administration is contraindicated by severe renal impairment. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging without contrast provides multiplanar views to evaluate atrophy patterns, ischemic burden, and seizure focus without exposing the patient to contrast agents. Typical codes: B030ZZZ

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B03C-ACOUSTIC-NERVES-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

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Frequently Asked Questions

References

1.CPT® Codes and Descriptions. AAPC. Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.Maintains the CPT code set's official descriptions and guidelines, licensed from the American Medical Association, used as the definitional source for CPT codes on this page.
2.HCPCS Quarterly Update. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's quarterly release of HCPCS Level II codes and short/long descriptors, the source for HCPCS code definitions and update history.
3.ICD-10-CM Full Code List. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Retrieved Aug 11, 2026.CMS's complete ICD-10-CM diagnosis code list, used to cross-reference diagnosis codes associated with this procedure or service.

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ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS B030 code group?

What is the clinical purpose of procedures coded in B030?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are B030 codes found?

How does accurate coding within the B030 group affect inpatient documentation and payment?

Are there related DRGs listed for the B030 code group?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS B030 code group?

What is the clinical purpose of procedures coded in B030?

In which ICD-10-PCS section and body system are B030 codes found?

How does accurate coding within the B030 group affect inpatient documentation and payment?

Are there related DRGs listed for the B030 code group?

References