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6045
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Item No. Description Schedule Fee Status
63328
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of knee or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63328
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
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Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of knee or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63331
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of ankle or foot (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63331
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
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Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of ankle or foot (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63334
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of one or both temporomandibular joints or their supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$386.55 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63334
Schedule Fee
$386.55
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
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Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of one or both temporomandibular joints or their supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63337
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of wrist or hand (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$515.30 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63337
Schedule Fee
$515.30
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
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Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of wrist or hand (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63340
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of elbow or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63340
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
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Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of elbow or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63361
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63361
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
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63385
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for congenital disease of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$515.30 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63385
Schedule Fee
$515.30
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for congenital disease of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63388
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for tumour of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$515.30 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63388
Schedule Fee
$515.30
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for tumour of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63390
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure, function and characterisation, if the request for the scan indicates that the patient has: (a) acute onset (less than 3 months) heart failure caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (b) unexplained arrhythmia caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (c) suspected drug-induced myocarditis, if the results from all of the following examinations are inconclusive to form a diagnosis: (i) troponin; (ii) chest X-ray; (iii) transthoracic echocardiogram. (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$632.65 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63390
Schedule Fee
$632.65
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.01.2025
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure, function and characterisation, if the request for the scan indicates that the patient has: (a) acute onset (less than 3 months) heart failure caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (b) unexplained arrhythmia caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (c) suspected drug-induced myocarditis, if the results from all of the following examinations are inconclusive to form a diagnosis: (i) troponin; (ii) chest X-ray; (iii) transthoracic echocardiogram. (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63391
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for abnormality of thoracic aorta (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63391
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for abnormality of thoracic aorta (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63395
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving:(a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that:(d) the patient presented with symptoms consistent with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC); or(e) investigative findings in relation to the patient are consistent with ARVC(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$983.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63395
Schedule Fee
$983.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.05.2018
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving:(a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that:(d) the patient presented with symptoms consistent with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC); or(e) investigative findings in relation to the patient are consistent with ARVC(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63397
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving: (a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that the patient:(d) is asymptomatic; and(e) has one or more first degree relatives diagnosed with confirmed arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC)(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$983.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63397
Schedule Fee
$983.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.05.2018
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving: (a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that the patient:(d) is asymptomatic; and(e) has one or more first degree relatives diagnosed with confirmed arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC)(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63401
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for vascular abnormality in a patient with a previous anaphylactic reaction to an iodinated contrast medium (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63401
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for vascular abnormality in a patient with a previous anaphylactic reaction to an iodinated contrast medium (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63404
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for obstruction of the superior vena cava, inferior vena cava or a major pelvic vein (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63404
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for obstruction of the superior vena cava, inferior vena cava or a major pelvic vein (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63416
MRA—scan of person under the age of 16 for the vasculature of limbs prior to limb or digit transfer surgery in congenital limb deficiency syndrome (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63416
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRA—scan of person under the age of 16 for the vasculature of limbs prior to limb or digit transfer surgery in congenital limb deficiency syndrome (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63425
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for post inflammatory or post traumatic physeal fusion (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63425
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for post inflammatory or post traumatic physeal fusion (R) (Anaes.)
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63428
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63428
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
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63440
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for pelvic or abdominal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63440
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for pelvic or abdominal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63443
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for mediastinal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63443
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for mediastinal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63446
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for congenital uterine or anorectal abnormality (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63446
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for congenital uterine or anorectal abnormality (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63454
MRI scan of the pelvis or abdomen, for a patient who is pregnant, if: (a) the pregnancy is at, or after, 18 weeks gestation; and (b) fetal abnormality is suspected; and (c) an ultrasound has been performed and is provided by, or on behalf of, or at the request of, a specialist who is practising in the specialty of obstetrics; and (d) the diagnosis of fetal abnormality as a result of the ultrasound is indeterminate or requires further examination; and (e) the MRI service is requested by a specialist practising in the specialty of obstetrics (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$1380.40 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63454
Schedule Fee
$1380.40
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: D
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.05.2019
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI scan of the pelvis or abdomen, for a patient who is pregnant, if: (a) the pregnancy is at, or after, 18 weeks gestation; and (b) fetal abnormality is suspected; and (c) an ultrasound has been performed and is provided by, or on behalf of, or at the request of, a specialist who is practising in the specialty of obstetrics; and (d) the diagnosis of fetal abnormality as a result of the ultrasound is indeterminate or requires further examination; and (e) the MRI service is requested by a specialist practising in the specialty of obstetrics (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63461
MRI—scan of the body for adrenal mass in a patient with a malignancy that is otherwise resectable (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$412.25 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63461
Schedule Fee
$412.25
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the body for adrenal mass in a patient with a malignancy that is otherwise resectable (R) (Anaes.)
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63464
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer in a patient, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is asymptomatic and is younger than 60 years of age; and (c) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is at high risk of developing breast cancer due to one or more of the following: (i) genetic testing has identified the presence of a high risk breast cancer gene mutation in the patient or in a first degree relative of the patient; (ii) both: (A) one of the patient’s first or second degree relatives was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45 years or younger; and (B) another first or second degree relative on the same side of the patient’s family was diagnosed with bone or soft tissue sarcoma at age 45 years or younger; (iii) the patient has a personal history of breast cancer before the age of 50 years; (iv) the patient has a personal history of mantle radiation therapy; (v) the patient has a lifetime risk estimation greater than 30% or a 10 year absolute risk estimation greater than 5% using a clinically relevant risk evaluation algorithm Applicable not more than once in a 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$793.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63464
Schedule Fee
$793.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.02.2009
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠ Descriptor ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer in a patient, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is asymptomatic and is younger than 60 years of age; and (c) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is at high risk of developing breast cancer due to one or more of the following: (i) genetic testing has identified the presence of a high risk breast cancer gene mutation in the patient or in a first degree relative of the patient; (ii) both: (A) one of the patient’s first or second degree relatives was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45 years or younger; and (B) another first or second degree relative on the same side of the patient’s family was diagnosed with bone or soft tissue sarcoma at age 45 years or younger; (iii) the patient has a personal history of breast cancer before the age of 50 years; (iv) the patient has a personal history of mantle radiation therapy; (v) the patient has a lifetime risk estimation greater than 30% or a 10 year absolute risk estimation greater than 5% using a clinically relevant risk evaluation algorithm Applicable not more than once in a 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63467
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the person has had an abnormality detected as a result of a service mentioned in item 63464 performed in the previous 12 months (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$793.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63467
Schedule Fee
$793.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.02.2009
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the person has had an abnormality detected as a result of a service mentioned in item 63464 performed in the previous 12 months (R) (Anaes.)
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63470
MRI—scan of the pelvis for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63470
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the pelvis for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63473
MRI—scan of the pelvis and upper abdomen, in a single examination, for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for the scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$721.50 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63473
Schedule Fee
$721.50
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the pelvis and upper abdomen, in a single examination, for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for the scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63476
MRI—scan of the pelvis for the initial staging, restaging or follow up of rectal cancer, if: (a) a high resolution T2 technique is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the indication is for: (i) the initial staging of rectal cancer (including cancer of the rectosigmoid and anorectum); or (ii) the initial assessment of response to chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy; or (iii) the assessment of possible recurrent tumour after complete response to neoadjuvant therapy, within an active surveillance program; or (iv) the assessment of recurrent disease prior to treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63476
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.07.2009
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the pelvis for the initial staging, restaging or follow up of rectal cancer, if: (a) a high resolution T2 technique is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the indication is for: (i) the initial staging of rectal cancer (including cancer of the rectosigmoid and anorectum); or (ii) the initial assessment of response to chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy; or (iii) the assessment of possible recurrent tumour after complete response to neoadjuvant therapy, within an active surveillance program; or (iv) the assessment of recurrent disease prior to treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63482
MRI—scan of pancreas and biliary tree for suspected biliary or pancreatic pathology (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63482
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.01.2006
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of pancreas and biliary tree for suspected biliary or pancreatic pathology (R) (Anaes.)
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63487
MRI—scan of both breasts, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with metastatic cancer restricted to the regional lymph nodes; and(ii) clinical examination and conventional imaging have failed to identify the primary cancer (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$793.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63487
Schedule Fee
$793.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2016
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of both breasts, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with metastatic cancer restricted to the regional lymph nodes; and(ii) clinical examination and conventional imaging have failed to identify the primary cancer (R) (Anaes.)
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63489
MRI—scan of one breast, performed in conjunction with a biopsy procedure on that breast and an ultrasound scan of that breast, if: (a) the request for the MRI scan identifies that the patient has a suspicious lesion seen on MRI but not on conventional imaging; and (b) the ultrasound scan is performed immediately before the MRI scan and confirms that the lesion is not amenable to biopsy guided by conventional imaging; and (c) a dedicated breast coil is used (R) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$1159.50 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63489
Schedule Fee
$1159.50
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2016
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of one breast, performed in conjunction with a biopsy procedure on that breast and an ultrasound scan of that breast, if: (a) the request for the MRI scan identifies that the patient has a suspicious lesion seen on MRI but not on conventional imaging; and (b) the ultrasound scan is performed immediately before the MRI scan and confirms that the lesion is not amenable to biopsy guided by conventional imaging; and (c) a dedicated breast coil is used (R) (Anaes.)
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63491
NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the item for the service includes in its description ‘(Contrast)’; and(c) the service is performed using a contrast agent
Group I5
$51.55 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63491
Schedule Fee
$51.55
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the item for the service includes in its description ‘(Contrast)’; and(c) the service is performed using a contrast agent
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63494
MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
Group I5
$51.55 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63494
Schedule Fee
$51.55
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
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63496
NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI service to which item 63545 or 63546 applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person under the supervision of an eligible provider; and(b) the service is performed using an hepatobiliary specific contrast agent
Group I5
$287.55 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63496
Schedule Fee
$287.55
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.05.2019
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI service to which item 63545 or 63546 applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person under the supervision of an eligible provider; and(b) the service is performed using an hepatobiliary specific contrast agent
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63497
MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic
Group I5
$180.35 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63497
Schedule Fee
$180.35
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.08.2004
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic
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63498
MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
Group I5
$51.55 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63498
Schedule Fee
$51.55
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
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63499
MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic (H)
Group I5
$180.35 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63499
Schedule Fee
$180.35
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: A
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic (H)
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63501
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
Group I5
$575.20 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63501
Schedule Fee
$575.20
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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63502
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
Group I5
$575.20 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63502
Schedule Fee
$575.20
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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63504
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
Group I5
$575.20 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63504
Schedule Fee
$575.20
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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63505
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
Group I5
$575.20 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63505
Schedule Fee
$575.20
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 12.03.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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63507
MRI—scan of head for a patient under 16 years if the service is for:(a) an unexplained seizure; or(b) an unexplained headache if significant pathology is suspected; or(c) paranasal sinus pathology that has not responded to conservative therapy (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63507
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of head for a patient under 16 years if the service is for:(a) an unexplained seizure; or(b) an unexplained headache if significant pathology is suspected; or(c) paranasal sinus pathology that has not responded to conservative therapy (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63510
MRI—scan of spine following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if the service is for: (a) significant trauma; or(b) unexplained neck or back pain with associated neurological signs; or(c) unexplained back pain if significant pathology is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$515.30 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63510
Schedule Fee
$515.30
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of spine following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if the service is for: (a) significant trauma; or(b) unexplained neck or back pain with associated neurological signs; or(c) unexplained back pain if significant pathology is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63513
MRI—scan of knee for internal joint derangement for a patient under 16 years (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63513
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of knee for internal joint derangement for a patient under 16 years (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63516
MRI—scan of hip following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if any of the following is suspected: (a) septic arthritis;(b) slipped capital femoral epiphysis;(c) Perthes disease (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63516
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of hip following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if any of the following is suspected: (a) septic arthritis;(b) slipped capital femoral epiphysis;(c) Perthes disease (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63519
MRI—scan of elbow following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a significant fracture or avulsion injury, which would change the way in which the patient is managed, is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$463.80 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63519
Schedule Fee
$463.80
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of elbow following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a significant fracture or avulsion injury, which would change the way in which the patient is managed, is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63522
MRI—scan of wrist following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a scaphoid fracture is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$515.30 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63522
Schedule Fee
$515.30
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2012
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of wrist following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a scaphoid fracture is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63531
MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has a breast lesion; and(ii) the results of conventional imaging are inconclusive for the presence of breast cancer; and(iii) biopsy has not been possible (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$793.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63531
Schedule Fee
$793.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2019
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has a breast lesion; and(ii) the results of conventional imaging are inconclusive for the presence of breast cancer; and(iii) biopsy has not been possible (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63533
MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with a breast cancer; and(ii) there is a discrepancy between the clinical assessment and the conventional imaging assessment of the extent of the malignancy; and(c) the results of breast MRI imaging may alter treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$793.75 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63533
Schedule Fee
$793.75
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.11.2019
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with a breast cancer; and(ii) there is a discrepancy between the clinical assessment and the conventional imaging assessment of the extent of the malignancy; and(c) the results of breast MRI imaging may alter treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63539
MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess the development or growth of renal tumours in a patient with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, other than a service to which item 63540 applies Applicable once in any 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$721.50 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63539
Schedule Fee
$721.50
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.07.2024
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess the development or growth of renal tumours in a patient with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, other than a service to which item 63540 applies Applicable once in any 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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63540
MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess a patient with one or more known renal tumours and with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, if the service is performed: (a) to evaluate changes in clinical condition or suspected complications of the known renal tumours; or (b) where a disease specific line of treatment has been initiated and an assessment of patient responsiveness to the treatment is required Applicable once in any 3 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Group I5
$721.50 ≠ CHANGED
Item Number
63540
Schedule Fee
$721.50
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Group / Subheading
Group I5
Type Codes
Item: S
Fee: N
Benefit: C
Effective Dates
Fee from: 01.07.2026
Item from: 01.07.2024
Gov. Change Flags
Fee ≠
Full Description
MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess a patient with one or more known renal tumours and with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, if the service is performed: (a) to evaluate changes in clinical condition or suspected complications of the known renal tumours; or (b) where a disease specific line of treatment has been initiated and an assessment of patient responsiveness to the treatment is required Applicable once in any 3 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of knee or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of ankle or foot (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of one or both temporomandibular joints or their supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of wrist or hand (or both) or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for derangement of elbow or its supporting structures (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of musculoskeletal system for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for congenital disease of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for tumour of the heart or a great vessel (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure, function and characterisation, if the request for the scan indicates that the patient has: (a) acute onset (less than 3 months) heart failure caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (b) unexplained arrhythmia caused by suspected myocarditis which would otherwise require endomyocardial biopsy to confirm the diagnosis of myocarditis; or (c) suspected drug-induced myocarditis, if the results from all of the following examinations are inconclusive to form a diagnosis: (i) troponin; (ii) chest X-ray; (iii) transthoracic echocardiogram. (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for abnormality of thoracic aorta (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving:(a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that:(d) the patient presented with symptoms consistent with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC); or(e) investigative findings in relation to the patient are consistent with ARVC(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of cardiovascular system for assessment of myocardial structure and function involving: (a) dedicated right ventricular views; and(b) 3D volumetric assessment of the right ventricle; and(c) reporting of end diastolic and end systolic volumes, ejection fraction and BSA indexed values;if the request for the scan indicates that the patient:(d) is asymptomatic; and(e) has one or more first degree relatives diagnosed with confirmed arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC)(R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for vascular abnormality in a patient with a previous anaphylactic reaction to an iodinated contrast medium (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRA—if the request for the scan specifically identifies the clinical indication for the scan—scan of cardiovascular system for obstruction of the superior vena cava, inferior vena cava or a major pelvic vein (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRA—scan of person under the age of 16 for the vasculature of limbs prior to limb or digit transfer surgery in congenital limb deficiency syndrome (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for post inflammatory or post traumatic physeal fusion (R) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for Gaucher disease (R) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for pelvic or abdominal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for mediastinal mass (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of person under the age of 16 for congenital uterine or anorectal abnormality (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI scan of the pelvis or abdomen, for a patient who is pregnant, if: (a) the pregnancy is at, or after, 18 weeks gestation; and (b) fetal abnormality is suspected; and (c) an ultrasound has been performed and is provided by, or on behalf of, or at the request of, a specialist who is practising in the specialty of obstetrics; and (d) the diagnosis of fetal abnormality as a result of the ultrasound is indeterminate or requires further examination; and (e) the MRI service is requested by a specialist practising in the specialty of obstetrics (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of the body for adrenal mass in a patient with a malignancy that is otherwise resectable (R) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer in a patient, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is asymptomatic and is younger than 60 years of age; and (c) the request for the scan identifies that the patient is at high risk of developing breast cancer due to one or more of the following: (i) genetic testing has identified the presence of a high risk breast cancer gene mutation in the patient or in a first degree relative of the patient; (ii) both: (A) one of the patient’s first or second degree relatives was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 45 years or younger; and (B) another first or second degree relative on the same side of the patient’s family was diagnosed with bone or soft tissue sarcoma at age 45 years or younger; (iii) the patient has a personal history of breast cancer before the age of 50 years; (iv) the patient has a personal history of mantle radiation therapy; (v) the patient has a lifetime risk estimation greater than 30% or a 10 year absolute risk estimation greater than 5% using a clinically relevant risk evaluation algorithm Applicable not more than once in a 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of both breasts for the detection of cancer, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the person has had an abnormality detected as a result of a service mentioned in item 63464 performed in the previous 12 months (R) (Anaes.)
Fee From
01.07.2026
Category
Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of the pelvis for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of the pelvis and upper abdomen, in a single examination, for the staging of histologically diagnosed cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater, if the request for the scan identifies that: (a) a histological diagnosis of carcinoma of the cervix has been made; and(b) the patient has been diagnosed with cervical cancer at FIGO stage 1B or greater (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of the pelvis for the initial staging, restaging or follow up of rectal cancer, if: (a) a high resolution T2 technique is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the indication is for: (i) the initial staging of rectal cancer (including cancer of the rectosigmoid and anorectum); or (ii) the initial assessment of response to chemotherapy or chemoradiotherapy; or (iii) the assessment of possible recurrent tumour after complete response to neoadjuvant therapy, within an active surveillance program; or (iv) the assessment of recurrent disease prior to treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of pancreas and biliary tree for suspected biliary or pancreatic pathology (R) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of both breasts, if:(a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with metastatic cancer restricted to the regional lymph nodes; and(ii) clinical examination and conventional imaging have failed to identify the primary cancer (R) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of one breast, performed in conjunction with a biopsy procedure on that breast and an ultrasound scan of that breast, if: (a) the request for the MRI scan identifies that the patient has a suspicious lesion seen on MRI but not on conventional imaging; and (b) the ultrasound scan is performed immediately before the MRI scan and confirms that the lesion is not amenable to biopsy guided by conventional imaging; and (c) a dedicated breast coil is used (R) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the item for the service includes in its description ‘(Contrast)’; and(c) the service is performed using a contrast agent
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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NOTE: Benefits in Subgroup 22 are only payable for modifying items where claimed simultaneously with MRI services. Modifiers for sedation and anaesthesia may not be claimed for the same service. MRI service to which item 63545 or 63546 applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person under the supervision of an eligible provider; and(b) the service is performed using an hepatobiliary specific contrast agent
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI or MRA service to which an item in this Group (other than an item in this Subgroup) applies if: (a) the service is performed on a person in accordance with clause 2.5.1; and(b) the service is performed under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person using intravenous or intra muscular sedation
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI service to which item 63501, 63502, 63504 or 63505 applies, if the service is performed on a person under anaesthetic in the presence of a medical practitioner who is qualified to perform an anaesthetic (H)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
Description
MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan confirms a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of one or both breasts for the evaluation of implant integrity, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and (b) the request for the scan identifies that the patient: (i) has or is suspected of having a silicone breast implant manufactured by Poly Implant Prosthese (PIP); and (ii) presents with symptoms where implant rupture is suspected; and (iii) the result of the scan does not demonstrate a loss of integrity of the implant (R)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of head for a patient under 16 years if the service is for:(a) an unexplained seizure; or(b) an unexplained headache if significant pathology is suspected; or(c) paranasal sinus pathology that has not responded to conservative therapy (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of spine following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if the service is for: (a) significant trauma; or(b) unexplained neck or back pain with associated neurological signs; or(c) unexplained back pain if significant pathology is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of knee for internal joint derangement for a patient under 16 years (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of hip following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if any of the following is suspected: (a) septic arthritis;(b) slipped capital femoral epiphysis;(c) Perthes disease (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of elbow following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a significant fracture or avulsion injury, which would change the way in which the patient is managed, is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of wrist following radiographic examination for a patient under 16 years if a scaphoid fracture is suspected (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has a breast lesion; and(ii) the results of conventional imaging are inconclusive for the presence of breast cancer; and(iii) biopsy has not been possible (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of both breasts, if: (a) a dedicated breast coil is used; and(b) the request for the scan identifies that:(i) the patient has been diagnosed with a breast cancer; and(ii) there is a discrepancy between the clinical assessment and the conventional imaging assessment of the extent of the malignancy; and(c) the results of breast MRI imaging may alter treatment planning (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess the development or growth of renal tumours in a patient with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, other than a service to which item 63540 applies Applicable once in any 12 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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01.07.2026
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Category 5 — Diagnostic Imaging
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MRI—scan of the abdomen, requested by a specialist or consultant physician, to assess a patient with one or more known renal tumours and with a confirmed clinical or molecular diagnosis of a genetic disorder associated with an increased risk of developing renal tumours, if the service is performed: (a) to evaluate changes in clinical condition or suspected complications of the known renal tumours; or (b) where a disease specific line of treatment has been initiated and an assessment of patient responsiveness to the treatment is required Applicable once in any 3 month period (R) (Contrast) (Anaes.)
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