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A9510 Tc99m disofenin

A Codes

Also known as: DISIDA, disofenin, Tc-99m DISIDA

Technetium Tc-99m disofenin injection used as a radiotracer for hepatobiliary imaging and assessment of liver and biliary function.

In Plain Language

liver and bile duct imaging dye; hepatobiliary function tracer

Clinical Context

Used in hepatobiliary imaging to assess liver function, bile duct patency, and diagnose acute cholecystitis and biliary dyskinesia.

RVU Information

CPT A9510 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

Nuclear MedicineGastroenterologySurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code A9510?

CPT A9510 (Tc99m disofenin) is a A Codes code. Technetium Tc-99m disofenin injection used as a radiotracer for hepatobiliary imaging and assessment of liver and biliary function.

Does Medicare cover A9510?

Medicare coverage for A9510 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in hepatobiliary imaging to assess liver function, bile duct patency, and diagnose acute cholecystitis and biliary dyskinesia. A physician order is typically required.

When is CPT A9510 used?

Used in hepatobiliary imaging to assess liver function, bile duct patency, and diagnose acute cholecystitis and biliary dyskinesia.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.