A9500 Tc99m sestamibi
Also known as: Cardiolite, sestamibi, Tc-99m MIBI
Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi injection used as a radiotracer for cardiac imaging and myocardial perfusion assessment.
In Plain Language
heart imaging dye; cardiac perfusion tracer
Clinical Context
Used in nuclear medicine for stress testing and myocardial perfusion imaging to assess coronary artery disease and cardiac viability.
RVU Information
CPT A9500 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
HCPCS A-codes cover medical supplies, equipment, and transport services. Documentation must establish medical necessity and include a physician order. For durable medical equipment (DME), a Certificate of Medical Necessity (CMN) or detailed written order may be required.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code A9500?
CPT A9500 (Tc99m sestamibi) is a A Codes code. Technetium Tc-99m sestamibi injection used as a radiotracer for cardiac imaging and myocardial perfusion assessment.
Does Medicare cover A9500?
Medicare coverage for A9500 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in nuclear medicine for stress testing and myocardial perfusion imaging to assess coronary artery disease and cardiac viability. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A9500 used?
Used in nuclear medicine for stress testing and myocardial perfusion imaging to assess coronary artery disease and cardiac viability.
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