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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BF36 includes procedures performed to image structures in the liver and spleen using magnetic resonance imaging. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when a diagnostic magnetic resonance imaging examination of the liver and spleen is performed to evaluate disease, injury, or postoperative changes. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BF36 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the specific imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Liver And Spleen Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes magnetic resonance imaging examinations of the liver and spleen, which use capture of radiofrequency signals emitted by nuclei in the body to produce multiplanar digital images. These procedures target the hepatobiliary system and pancreas region focused on the liver and spleen for diagnostic evaluation. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these imaging procedures supports correct inpatient documentation and appropriate reimbursement by reflecting the specific imaging operation and anatomic focus.

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)
6	Body Part	Liver and Spleen

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Liver And Spleen 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)
6	Body Part	Liver and Spleen

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an inpatient undergoes magnetic resonance imaging specifically targeting the liver and spleen for diagnostic assessment. Codes in this group apply when the imaging is performed to investigate disease, monitor known conditions, or assess postoperative findings in the liver and spleen.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BF36Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BF36YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen using Other Contrast
BF36ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted with acute right upper quadrant pain, fever, and rising liver enzymes after a recent biliary procedure; clinicians suspect hepatic abscess or postoperative complication requiring detailed soft-tissue contrast and multiplanar characterization to guide potential drainage or surgery, so inpatient MRI of the liver and spleen is ordered to evaluate parenchymal lesions and surrounding anatomy. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36ZZZ
An adult with known metastatic colorectal cancer is admitted for chemotherapy port placement and inpatient staging to assess treatment response; high-resolution, contrast-enhanced MRI of the liver and spleen is performed to detect small hepatic metastases and monitor lesion viability prior to systemic therapy. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36YZZ
A patient with cirrhosis and suspected portal hypertension presents with acute worsening of ascites and unexplained anemia; inpatient MRI of the liver and spleen without and with contrast is used to differentiate regenerative nodules from hepatocellular carcinoma and to evaluate splenic size and related complications that may alter immediate management. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36ZZZ

Related Codes

BF35-LIVER-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Liver: 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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ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BF36Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BF36YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen using Other Contrast
BF36ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Liver and Spleen

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A middle-aged patient is admitted with acute right upper quadrant pain, fever, and rising liver enzymes after a recent biliary procedure; clinicians suspect hepatic abscess or postoperative complication requiring detailed soft-tissue contrast and multiplanar characterization to guide potential drainage or surgery, so inpatient MRI of the liver and spleen is ordered to evaluate parenchymal lesions and surrounding anatomy. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36ZZZ
An adult with known metastatic colorectal cancer is admitted for chemotherapy port placement and inpatient staging to assess treatment response; high-resolution, contrast-enhanced MRI of the liver and spleen is performed to detect small hepatic metastases and monitor lesion viability prior to systemic therapy. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36YZZ
A patient with cirrhosis and suspected portal hypertension presents with acute worsening of ascites and unexplained anemia; inpatient MRI of the liver and spleen without and with contrast is used to differentiate regenerative nodules from hepatocellular carcinoma and to evaluate splenic size and related complications that may alter immediate management. Typical codes: BF36Y0Z, BF36ZZZ

Related Codes

BF35-LIVER-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Liver: 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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Liver And Spleen Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group BF36?

What are the code attributes for the BF36 procedure group?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS codes are listed in this BF36 group?

When should these BF36 ICD-10-PCS codes be used in inpatient documentation?

How does accurate coding of BF36 affect reimbursement and documentation?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

What procedures are included in ICD-10-PCS code group BF36?

What are the code attributes for the BF36 procedure group?

Which specific ICD-10-PCS codes are listed in this BF36 group?

When should these BF36 ICD-10-PCS codes be used in inpatient documentation?

How does accurate coding of BF36 affect reimbursement and documentation?

References