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

The International Classification of Diseases, Tenth Revision, Procedure Coding System (ICD-10-PCS) code group BU36 includes procedures performed to image uterine structures in the female reproductive system. These ICD-10-PCS codes are used for inpatient documentation when magnetic resonance imaging is performed to evaluate the uterus for diagnosis, staging, or treatment planning. Accurate coding within the ICD-10-PCS BU36 group is essential for proper inpatient reimbursement, as it captures the imaging procedure performed and supports clinical documentation accuracy.

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Uterus Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

This procedure group includes magnetic resonance imaging examinations of the uterus within the female reproductive system. Procedures involve capturing radiofrequency signals from nuclei in uterine tissue inside a magnetic field and reformatted multiplanar digital displays. Accurate ICD-10-PCS coding of these imaging procedures ensures inpatient records reflect the specific diagnostic imaging performed and supports correct case mix assignment and reimbursement.

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
U	Body System	Female Reproductive System
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
6	Body Part	Uterus

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Uterus Magnetic Resonance Imaging Procedure Overview

Code Attributes

Character	ICD-10-PCS Category	Code Group Details
B	Section	Imaging
U	Body System	Female Reproductive System
3	Operation	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
6	Body Part	Uterus

When to Use

Use a code from this group when an inpatient magnetic resonance imaging study is performed specifically to evaluate the uterus. Codes apply when the imaging generates reformatted multiplanar images used for diagnostic or treatment planning purposes.

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BU36Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BU36YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus using Other Contrast
BU36ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A reproductive-age woman is admitted for evaluation of acute heavy vaginal bleeding and suspected retained products after a recent miscarriage; inpatient MRI is ordered when ultrasound is inconclusive to assess uterine cavity, myometrial integrity, and presence of residual tissue to guide management. The MRI produces reformatted multiplanar images of the uterus, performed with and without other contrast agents to enhance lesion characterization. Typical codes: BU36Y0Z, BU36ZZZ
An elective admission for preoperative staging of a newly diagnosed uterine malignancy in a postmenopausal patient; high-resolution MRI of the uterus is obtained to evaluate tumor depth, cervical extension, and relationship to adjacent structures for surgical planning. The examination uses computer-reformatted multiplanar imaging of the uterus and may include contrast sequences to better delineate tumor from normal myometrium. Typical codes: BU36Y0Z, BU36YZZ
A patient presents inpatient with persistent pelvic pain and suspected adenomyosis after inconclusive outpatient imaging; MRI is performed during the hospital stay to provide definitive uterine tissue characterization and to differentiate adenomyosis from fibroids or other pathology affecting management. The study acquires multiplanar reformatted MRI images of the uterus, with or without additional contrast as clinically indicated. Typical codes: BU36ZZZ, BU36YZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovary Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU34-LEFT-OVARY-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovary, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU35-OVARIES-BILATERAL-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovaries Bilateral: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU39-VAGINA-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

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

BU3B-PREGNANT-UTERUS-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pregnant Uterus: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU3C-UTERUS-AND-OVARIES-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Uterus And Ovaries: 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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When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

3 rows

ICD-10-PCS Code	Description
BU36Y0Z	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus using Other Contrast, Unenhanced and Enhanced
BU36YZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus using Other Contrast
BU36ZZZ	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of Uterus

Typical Clinical Scenarios

A reproductive-age woman is admitted for evaluation of acute heavy vaginal bleeding and suspected retained products after a recent miscarriage; inpatient MRI is ordered when ultrasound is inconclusive to assess uterine cavity, myometrial integrity, and presence of residual tissue to guide management. The MRI produces reformatted multiplanar images of the uterus, performed with and without other contrast agents to enhance lesion characterization. Typical codes: BU36Y0Z, BU36ZZZ
An elective admission for preoperative staging of a newly diagnosed uterine malignancy in a postmenopausal patient; high-resolution MRI of the uterus is obtained to evaluate tumor depth, cervical extension, and relationship to adjacent structures for surgical planning. The examination uses computer-reformatted multiplanar imaging of the uterus and may include contrast sequences to better delineate tumor from normal myometrium. Typical codes: BU36Y0Z, BU36YZZ
A patient presents inpatient with persistent pelvic pain and suspected adenomyosis after inconclusive outpatient imaging; MRI is performed during the hospital stay to provide definitive uterine tissue characterization and to differentiate adenomyosis from fibroids or other pathology affecting management. The study acquires multiplanar reformatted MRI images of the uterus, with or without additional contrast as clinically indicated. Typical codes: BU36ZZZ, BU36YZZ

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovary Right: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU34-LEFT-OVARY-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovary, Left: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU35-OVARIES-BILATERAL-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Ovaries Bilateral: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU39-VAGINA-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

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

BU3B-PREGNANT-UTERUS-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Pregnant Uterus: Procedure Code Group Overview

BU3C-UTERUS-AND-OVARIES-MAGNETIC-RESONANCE-IMAGING

ICD-10-PCS Code For Uterus And Ovaries: 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

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

References

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Code Attributes

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Code Attributes

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BU36 ICD-10-PCS group?

What is the primary operation and body system represented by BU36 codes?

How are `BU36Y0Z`, `BU36YZZ`, and `BU36ZZZ` differentiated in the code group?

Why is accurate coding within the BU36 group important for inpatient records?

For what clinical purposes are BU36 MRI procedures typically performed?

References

When to Use

ICD-10-PCS Codes

Typical Clinical Scenarios

Related Codes

Which procedures are included in the BU36 ICD-10-PCS group?

What is the primary operation and body system represented by BU36 codes?

How are `BU36Y0Z`, `BU36YZZ`, and `BU36ZZZ` differentiated in the code group?

Why is accurate coding within the BU36 group important for inpatient records?

For what clinical purposes are BU36 MRI procedures typically performed?

References