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CPT 74712: Fetal Magnetic Resonance Imaging for Single Gestation
CPT code 74712 covers fetal magnetic resonance imaging for a single gestation to evaluate fetal anatomy and identify developmental abnormalities. Fetal MRI provides detailed multiplanar and three-dimensional views of the fetus, and may include imaging of the placenta and maternal pelvis when clinically indicated. The code is used in prenatal diagnostic pathways when ultrasound findings are inconclusive or further anatomic detail is required.
Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a national overview of clinical context for fetal MRI, common payer coverage considerations, and the types of benchmarks and policy parameters typically associated with advanced prenatal imaging. The publication outlines service definitions, typical sites of service, and operational considerations relevant to radiology and maternal-fetal medicine programs.
This summary provides clinicians, billing managers, and policy analysts with a concise reference to the clinical purpose of fetal MRI under CPT code 74712, the payer landscape covered in the analysis, and the topics addressed in the full publication such as coverage criteria, utilization drivers, and coding practice notes. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable in detailed sections.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 74712 describes fetal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) performed for a single gestation. The procedure uses magnetic fields and radio waves to generate three-dimensional images of the developing fetus, allowing examination of fetal organs, tissues, and anatomy from multiple angles to identify structural abnormalities. The description notes that imaging may include the placenta and the maternal pelvis as part of the evaluation.
Service type: Diagnostic imaging — fetal MRI
Typical site of service: Hospital outpatient imaging center or dedicated radiology/MRI facility, including tertiary care centers with fetal-maternal medicine and pediatric radiology capabilities.