G0278 Iliac artery angio,cardiac catheter
Also known as: iliac angiogram, iliofemoral angiography, cardiac cath with iliac angio
Iliac artery angiography performed during cardiac catheterization to visualize blood vessels in the iliac region for diagnostic or interventional purposes.
In Plain Language
hip artery imaging; vessel visualization in hip area
Clinical Context
Used during cardiac catheterization procedures when access through iliac vessels is required or when iliac artery disease is suspected. Common in peripheral vascular interventions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.24 |
| Total RVU | 0.24 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.24, this code ranks in the 15th percentile among G Codes codes — 4.0x below the median (0.97). The highest wRVU in this category is 20.41.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0278?
CPT G0278 (Iliac artery angio,cardiac catheter) is a G Codes code. Iliac artery angiography performed during cardiac catheterization to visualize blood vessels in the iliac region for diagnostic or interventional purposes.
Who uses CPT code G0278?
CPT G0278 is used by Cardiology, Interventional Radiology, Vascular Surgery. Used during cardiac catheterization procedures when access through iliac vessels is required or when iliac artery disease is suspected. Common in peripheral vascular interventions.
When is CPT G0278 used?
Used during cardiac catheterization procedures when access through iliac vessels is required or when iliac artery disease is suspected. Common in peripheral vascular interventions.
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