Test
MRI shoulder, wrist or elbow
Order as
MRI shoulder, wrist or elbow
CPT
73221 (without gado) - 73222 (with gado)
- Strengths
- Xray for acute symptoms or trauma. Otherwise MRI is mainstay of MSK imaging. In general IV contrast needed only if concern for neoplasm or infection. Arthrogram available for labral evaluation, but usually not first line for initial evaluation.
- Limitations
- May need documentation of certain symptoms and chronicity of problem for authorization.
- Contraindications
- Standard MR questionaire as to contraindicated implanted devices, surgery, etc.
Patient preparation
None.
To schedule, call Orange Coast or Saddleback Medical Center — numbers on the contact page.