77261 Therapy radiology treatment plng simple
Also known as: Simple treatment planning, Basic radiation planning
Therapeutic radiation treatment planning with simple complexity level.
In Plain Language
Planning for radiation therapy for straightforward cases
Clinical Context
Radiation oncology planning for uncomplicated cases with single treatment field and uniform dose distribution. Used in straightforward tumor scenarios.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.27 |
| Total RVU | 1.27 |
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 1.27, this code ranks in the 71st percentile among Radiology codes — 1.6x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77261?
CPT 77261 (Therapy radiology treatment plng simple) is a Radiology code. Therapeutic radiation treatment planning with simple complexity level.
Who uses CPT code 77261?
CPT 77261 is used by Radiation Oncology, Radiology. Radiation oncology planning for uncomplicated cases with single treatment field and uniform dose distribution. Used in straightforward tumor scenarios.
When is CPT 77261 used?
Radiation oncology planning for uncomplicated cases with single treatment field and uniform dose distribution. Used in straightforward tumor scenarios.
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