74340 X-ray guide for gi tube
Also known as: fluoroscopic tube placement, GI tube guidance, gastrostomy tube placement
Fluoroscopic radiographic guidance during placement or manipulation of a gastric feeding tube to confirm correct positioning within the stomach.
Clinical Context
Real-time fluoroscopic imaging guides percutaneous or endoscopic gastric tube placement, ensuring correct positioning distal to the gastroesophageal junction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 0.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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