Cervical Spine MRI with Contrast
HCPCS 72142
Magnetic resonance (eg, proton) imaging, spinal canal and contents, cervical; with contrast material(s)
AI EXPLANATION: A cervical spine MRI with contrast is a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses a powerful magnetic field, radio frequencies, and an intravenous contrast dye to create detailed cross-sectional pictures of the neck. The contrast agent highlights blood vessels, tissues, and fluids, allowing healthcare providers to examine the cervical vertebrae, the spinal cord, nerve pathways, and surrounding soft tissue for inflammation, injury, structural changes, or other conditions.
Across 9 hospitals, negotiated prices for this code range from $301 to $4,018. Each dot below is one payer and plan's rate as published by the hospital.
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