A9594 Gallium ga-68 psma-11, ucla
Also known as: Ga-68 PSMA UCLA, PSMA PET
Gallium Ga-68 prostate-specific membrane antigen-11 injection produced at University of California, Los Angeles used as a positron emission tomography tracer for prostate cancer imaging.
In Plain Language
prostate cancer PET tracer; prostate imaging dye
Clinical Context
Used in PET imaging for detection of prostate-specific membrane antigen expression in prostate cancer.
RVU Information
CPT A9594 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 A9594?
CPT A9594 (Gallium ga-68 psma-11, ucla) is a A Codes code. Gallium Ga-68 prostate-specific membrane antigen-11 injection produced at University of California, Los Angeles used as a positron emission tomography tracer for prostate cancer imaging.
Does Medicare cover A9594?
Medicare coverage for A9594 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in PET imaging for detection of prostate-specific membrane antigen expression in prostate cancer. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A9594 used?
Used in PET imaging for detection of prostate-specific membrane antigen expression in prostate cancer.
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