CPT® Code 76015

MR safety implant and/or foreign body assessment by trained clinical staff, including identification and verification of implant components from appropriate sources (eg, surgical reports, imaging reports, medical device databases, device vendors, review of prior imaging), analyzing current MR conditional status of individual components and systems, and consulting published professional guidance with written report; each additional 30 minutes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

The CPT® Code 76015 refers to the process of conducting a magnetic resonance (MR) safety assessment for implanted medical devices or foreign bodies by trained clinical staff, such as MRI technologists or medical physicists. This assessment is crucial prior to performing a planned MRI procedure, especially when the patient has an implanted device like a pacemaker or neurostimulator, or when the device is malfunctioning or incompletely implanted. The assessment involves a thorough review of various sources, including surgical reports, imaging reports, and medical device databases, to identify and verify the components of the implant. The clinical staff analyzes the current MR conditional status of these components and systems, ensuring that any potential contraindications are identified. This information is vital for the physician responsible for the MRI, as it may necessitate modifications to the exam or even exclude certain areas from imaging. The assessment culminates in a written report that captures the current MRI status labeling, detailing any restrictions or contraindications associated with the entire system and its individual components. Additionally, the report includes references to published professional guidelines relevant to the specific device being assessed for MRI compatibility. For billing purposes, CPT® Code 76014 is used for the initial 15 minutes of the assessment, while CPT® Code 76015 is applied for each additional 30 minutes of prolonged assessment, particularly in cases involving complex or multiple implants or those that are inadequately documented.