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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BF35 includes procedures performed to image structures in the liver. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when magnetic resonance imaging of the liver is performed for diagnosis, characterization, or treatment planning. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BF35 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Liver Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

This procedure group comprises magnetic resonance imaging procedures performed on the liver within the hepatobiliary system and pancreas. These procedures produce computer reformatted multiplanar images from radiofrequency signals in a magnetic field to evaluate hepatic structure and pathology. Accurate coding of these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the diagnostic workup and supports appropriate reimbursement and case mix assignment.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
F	Body System	Hepatobiliary System and Pancreas
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
5	Body Part	Liver

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Liver Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
F	Body System	Hepatobiliary System and Pancreas
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
5	Body Part	Liver

When to Use

Use a code from this group when inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the liver is performed to evaluate hepatic anatomy or disease. Select the specific code that reflects the imaging technique and any contrast or reformatting performed.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BF35Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BF35YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver using Other Contrast
BF35ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A 58-year-old patient admitted urgently with new onset right upper quadrant pain and abnormal liver function tests; prior ultrasound identifies a focal hepatic lesion of indeterminate characterization. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the liver is ordered with and without hepatobiliary-specific contrast to better characterize lesion vascularity and determine whether features suggest hepatocellular carcinoma versus benign adenoma. The enhanced and unenhanced multiplanar MRI sequences are used to guide next-step management while the patient remains hospitalized. Typical codes: BF35Y0Z
A 45-year-old patient scheduled for elective preoperative staging after biopsy-proven cholangiocarcinoma to evaluate extent of hepatic involvement and surgical resectability. The inpatient MRI is performed with multiplanar reformatted images and use of contrast to delineate tumor margins, biliary tract relationship, and vascular involvement prior to planned hepatectomy. High-resolution unenhanced and contrast-enhanced liver MRI sequences are obtained during the admission for surgical planning. Typical codes: BF35Y0Z, BF35ZZZ
A 67-year-old patient admitted for evaluation of progressive abdominal distension and known cirrhosis with multiple indeterminate nodules on prior imaging; prior contrast study was limited by allergy and incomplete characterization. Inpatient MRI of the liver without additional contrast is performed using multiplanar reformatted sequences to monitor lesion progression and assist in transplant candidacy assessment while avoiding contrast-related risks. The procedure provides detailed liver parenchymal imaging to inform management of cirrhosis-related lesions. Typical codes: BF35ZZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Liver And Spleen: Procedure Code Group Overview

BF37-PANCREAS-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

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

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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
BF35Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BF35YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver using Other Contrast
BF35ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A 58-year-old patient admitted urgently with new onset right upper quadrant pain and abnormal liver function tests; prior ultrasound identifies a focal hepatic lesion of indeterminate characterization. Inpatient magnetic resonance imaging of the liver is ordered with and without hepatobiliary-specific contrast to better characterize lesion vascularity and determine whether features suggest hepatocellular carcinoma versus benign adenoma. The enhanced and unenhanced multiplanar MRI sequences are used to guide next-step management while the patient remains hospitalized. Typical codes: BF35Y0Z
A 45-year-old patient scheduled for elective preoperative staging after biopsy-proven cholangiocarcinoma to evaluate extent of hepatic involvement and surgical resectability. The inpatient MRI is performed with multiplanar reformatted images and use of contrast to delineate tumor margins, biliary tract relationship, and vascular involvement prior to planned hepatectomy. High-resolution unenhanced and contrast-enhanced liver MRI sequences are obtained during the admission for surgical planning. Typical codes: BF35Y0Z, BF35ZZZ
A 67-year-old patient admitted for evaluation of progressive abdominal distension and known cirrhosis with multiple indeterminate nodules on prior imaging; prior contrast study was limited by allergy and incomplete characterization. Inpatient MRI of the liver without additional contrast is performed using multiplanar reformatted sequences to monitor lesion progression and assist in transplant candidacy assessment while avoiding contrast-related risks. The procedure provides detailed liver parenchymal imaging to inform management of cirrhosis-related lesions. Typical codes: BF35ZZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Liver And Spleen: Procedure Code Group Overview

BF37-PANCREAS-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

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

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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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

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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 code group BF35?

What is the primary clinical purpose of procedures coded in BF35?

What are the specific ICD-10-PCS codes listed in the BF35 group?

Which section and body system apply to BF35 codes?

How does accurate coding within BF35 affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the ICD-10-PCS code group BF35?

What is the primary clinical purpose of procedures coded in BF35?

What are the specific ICD-10-PCS codes listed in the BF35 group?

Which section and body system apply to BF35 codes?

How does accurate coding within BF35 affect inpatient documentation and reimbursement?

References