A9596 Gallium illuccix 1 millicure
Also known as: Illuccix, gozetotide, Ga-68 FAPI
Gallium Ga-68 gozetotide injection at 1 millicurie activity used as a positron emission tomography tracer for neuroendocrine tumor imaging.
In Plain Language
neuroendocrine tumor PET tracer; cancer imaging dye
Clinical Context
Used in PET imaging for detection of fibroblast activation protein-expressing neuroendocrine and other tumors.
RVU Information
CPT A9596 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 A9596?
CPT A9596 (Gallium illuccix 1 millicure) is a A Codes code. Gallium Ga-68 gozetotide injection at 1 millicurie activity used as a positron emission tomography tracer for neuroendocrine tumor imaging.
Does Medicare cover A9596?
Medicare coverage for A9596 depends on medical necessity and applicable Local Coverage Determinations (LCDs). Used in PET imaging for detection of fibroblast activation protein-expressing neuroendocrine and other tumors. A physician order is typically required.
When is CPT A9596 used?
Used in PET imaging for detection of fibroblast activation protein-expressing neuroendocrine and other tumors.
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