77012 CT scan for needle biopsy
Also known as: CT guided biopsy, CT guided needle biopsy
Computed tomography (CT) scan for guidance of needle biopsy procedure including real-time visualization.
In Plain Language
CT scan guided tissue sample; CT guided needle for biopsy
Clinical Context
CT guidance for percutaneous needle biopsy of chest, abdomen, pelvis, or other lesions with cross-sectional imaging.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.46 |
| Total RVU | 1.46 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.46, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.8x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77012?
CPT 77012 (CT scan for needle biopsy) is a Radiology code. Computed tomography (CT) scan for guidance of needle biopsy procedure including real-time visualization.
Who uses CPT code 77012?
CPT 77012 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Pathology. CT guidance for percutaneous needle biopsy of chest, abdomen, pelvis, or other lesions with cross-sectional imaging.
When is CPT 77012 used?
CT guidance for percutaneous needle biopsy of chest, abdomen, pelvis, or other lesions with cross-sectional imaging.
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