77022 MRI gdn parnchyma tissue ablation
Also known as: MRI guided ablation, MRI guided tissue destruction
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) guidance for parenchymal tissue ablation procedure including real-time visualization.
In Plain Language
MRI guided tumor treatment; MRI guided therapy
Clinical Context
MRI guidance for radiofrequency or other thermal ablation of tissue lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.24 |
| Total RVU | 4.24 |
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 4.24, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Radiology codes — 5.2x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77022?
CPT 77022 (MRI gdn parnchyma tissue ablation) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) guidance for parenchymal tissue ablation procedure including real-time visualization.
Who uses CPT code 77022?
CPT 77022 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Oncology. MRI guidance for radiofrequency or other thermal ablation of tissue lesions.
When is CPT 77022 used?
MRI guidance for radiofrequency or other thermal ablation of tissue lesions.
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