Yes you can have an MRI with Harrinton rod in your lumbar spine. Harrington rods are made of titanium making it safe to enter an MRI Scanner.
It means the muscles, ligaments, and tendons in your lower back are normal on MRI.
CPT code 72158 refers to an MRI of the lumbar spine with and without contrast. This imaging procedure is used to evaluate the lumbar region of the spine for various conditions, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or tumors. The use of contrast enhances the visibility of certain structures and abnormalities in the MRI images.
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I have metal rods alongside my spine and have had several MRI's. It caused me to feel tingly where my rods are, and have some static electricity with my hair. The only issues were those above, and itchiness. They will weigh the risk of doing it with the risk of not.
There is no real reason why a lumbar discgram will not show up on a mri.
CPT code 72142 refers to an MRI of the lumbar spine, specifically with and without contrast. This procedure is typically used to evaluate conditions affecting the lumbar region, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or tumors. The use of contrast can enhance the visibility of certain structures and abnormalities in the images obtained during the MRI.
CPT code 72125 is used for an MRI of the lumbar spine, with and without contrast. This procedure is typically payable for diagnoses related to lumbar spine conditions, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis, or other lumbar spine pathologies. Specific diagnoses may include sciatica, radiculopathy, or degenerative disc disease, among others. Always check with specific payer guidelines for coverage details related to particular diagnoses.
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After mri,on lower spine what does clinical correlation mean
I am not a professional but I have this phrase in my spinal MRI results for my lumbar spine. The conus medullaris terminates (ends) normally in a certain area or near a certain vertebrae in your spine. Like L-1 or L-2. Possibly this is what your looking for.
Procedure code 72131 refers to an MRI of the lumbar spine without contrast. This imaging technique is used to assess conditions affecting the lower back, such as disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and other structural abnormalities. It is commonly ordered by healthcare providers to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning for patients with lumbar spine issues.
It means that they could find nothing wrong on the MRI.