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74340 X-ray guide for gi tube

Radiology

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 RVU0.54
Practice Expense RVU0.00
Malpractice RVU0.00
Total RVU0.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$18.04

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

RadiologyGastroenterology

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