77086 Vrt fracture assmt via dxa
Radiology
Also known as: Vertebral fracture assessment, VFA
Vertebral fracture assessment via dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry.
Clinical Context
Targeted assessment of spine for occult vertebral fractures. Separate service when VFA is performed independently from bone density measurement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.17 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.85 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.02 |
| Total RVU | 1.04 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$34.74
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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