H47.632: Disorders of visual cortex in (due to) neoplasm, left side of brain
H47.632, disorders of visual cortex in (due to) neoplasm, left side of brain, is listed as a covered diagnosis in 3 Medicare billing and coding articles that apply to 27 HCPCS Level II codes, including C8900 (Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, abdomen), C8901 (Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, abdomen), C8902 (Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed…). The articles come from 3 Medicare contractors. A listed diagnosis supports medical necessity only; coverage still depends on the LCD's criteria and on documentation in the medical record.
HCPCS Level II codes with H47.632 as a covered diagnosis
| Code | Description | Medicare coverage | DMEPOS fee 2026 (state range) | Articles listing it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C8900 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8901 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8902 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, abdomen | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8909 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8910 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8911 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, chest (excluding myocardium) | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8912 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8913 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8914 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, lower extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8918 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8919 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8920 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, pelvis | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 2 |
| C8931 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8932 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8933 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, spinal canal and contents | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8934 | Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8935 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| C8936 | Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed by with contrast, upper extremity | Special coverage instructions apply | — | 1 |
| G2187 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: head trauma | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2188 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: new or change in headache above 50 years of age | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2189 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: abnormal neurologic exam | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2190 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: headache radiating to the neck | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2191 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: positional headaches | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2192 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: temporal headaches in patients over 55 years of age | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
| G2193 | Patients with clinical indications for imaging of the head: new onset headache in pre-school children or younger (<6 years of age) | Carrier judgment | — | 1 |
2 more codes are listed. See every code with payment by region in Caduvo.
Medicare policy articles listing H47.632
- A56805: Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) (Novitas Solutions, Inc. (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 12 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33633, L34372, L34865
- A56747: Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA) (Wellpoint Federal (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 18 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L33633, L34372, L34865
- A56612: Billing and Coding: CT of the Head (Palmetto GBA (MAC - Part A, MAC - Part B); 9 Level II codes). LCD with the same title: L34417
A diagnosis listed as covered in a billing and coding article supports medical necessity for the article's codes; it does not guarantee payment. Coverage depends on the LCD's criteria, the contractor's jurisdiction and documentation in the medical record.
Other H47 diagnoses (Other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways)
- H47.631 — Disorders of visual cortex in (due to) neoplasm, right side of brain
- H47.641 — Disorders of visual cortex in (due to) vascular disorders, right…
- H47.642 — Disorders of visual cortex in (due to) vascular disorders, left side…
- H47.11 — Papilledema associated with increased intracranial pressure
- H47.41 — Disorders of optic chiasm in (due to) inflammatory disorders
- H47.42 — Disorders of optic chiasm in (due to) neoplasm
- H47.43 — Disorders of optic chiasm in (due to) vascular disorders
- H47.49 — Disorders of optic chiasm in (due to) other disorders
- H47.531 — Disorders of visual pathways in (due to) vascular disorders, right…
- H47.532 — Disorders of visual pathways in (due to) vascular disorders, left side
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare cover H47.632 (Disorders of visual cortex in (due to) neoplasm, left side…)?
Medicare covers items and services, not diagnoses. 3 Medicare billing and coding articles list H47.632 as a covered diagnosis for 27 HCPCS Level II codes: the diagnosis can support medical necessity for those codes, but payment still depends on the LCD's coverage criteria and the medical record.
Which HCPCS codes can be billed with ICD-10 H47.632?
The Level II codes from the policies most specific to this diagnosis are C8900 (Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, abdomen, 2 articles); C8901 (Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, abdomen, 2 articles); C8902 (Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast followed…, 2 articles); C8909 (Magnetic resonance angiography with contrast, chest…, 2 articles); C8910 (Magnetic resonance angiography without contrast, chest…, 2 articles). Code choice depends on the item supplied; check each code's descriptor.
Which Medicare policy articles list H47.632?
A56805 (Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)); A56747 (Billing and Coding: Magnetic Resonance Angiography (MRA)); A56612 (Billing and Coding: CT of the Head).
What is ICD-10-CM code H47.632?
H47.632 is the ICD-10-CM code for disorders of visual cortex in (due to) neoplasm, left side of brain, in category H47 (Other disorders of optic [2nd] nerve and visual pathways), chapter 7: Diseases of the eye and adnexa.
Next steps
- Run a reimbursement report for a device billed under C8900
- Watch C8900 for fee, coverage and descriptor changes
- Build a full Medicare revenue model for C8900
Sources: CMS Medicare Coverage Database billing and coding articles (covered ICD-10 code lists and HCPCS links); ICD-10-CM FY2026; CMS HCPCS Level II release October 2026; CMS DMEPOS fee schedule 2026 (non-rural state fees). Not billing or legal advice.
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