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Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)
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First Coast Service Options, Inc. (J09)
Effective: January 1, 2025
Updated: December 31, 2025
See LCD L34372Policy Summary
Coverage for Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) is allowed only when the service meets all indications and limitations in LCD L34372 and applicable CMS medical necessity and national coverage requirements. Providers must maintain complete, legible medical records that support the chosen ICD-10 and CPT/HCPCS codes, include clinician signatures and the ordering physician's reason for the test, and supply documentation on request. Non-covered services must be billed with the appropriate modifier and compliance may be monitored via post-payment audits and medical review.
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"MRA services are covered only when the service meets all indications and limitations in Local Coverage Determination L34372 and the general CMS medical necessity and national coverage determination..."
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