A9584 Iodine i-123 ioflupane
Also known as: DaTscan, ioflupane
Iodine I-123 ioflupane injection used as a radiotracer for imaging dopamine transporters in the brain.
In Plain Language
Parkinson's disease imaging dye; brain dopamine transporter tracer
Clinical Context
Used in nuclear neurology for differential diagnosis of Parkinson disease from other parkinsonian syndromes through dopamine transporter imaging.
RVU Information
CPT A9584 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 A9584?
CPT A9584 (Iodine i-123 ioflupane) is a A Codes code. Iodine I-123 ioflupane injection used as a radiotracer for imaging dopamine transporters in the brain.
Does Medicare cover A9584?
Medicare coverage for A9584 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in nuclear neurology for differential diagnosis of Parkinson disease from other parkinsonian syndromes through dopamine transporter imaging. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A9584 used?
Used in nuclear neurology for differential diagnosis of Parkinson disease from other parkinsonian syndromes through dopamine transporter imaging.
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