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77301 Radiotherapy dose plan imrt

Radiology

Also known as: IMRT dose planning, IMRT planning

Therapeutic radiation treatment dose plan for intensity-modulated radiation therapy.

In Plain Language

Advanced dose calculation for sophisticated radiation therapy

Clinical Context

Complex dosimetry for intensity-modulated radiation therapy with variable dose rates and multileaf collimation. Requires advanced planning algorithms.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU7.79
Total RVU7.79

Est. Medicare Payment

$260.19

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 7.79, this code ranks in the 100th percentile among Radiology codes — 9.6x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

Radiation OncologyRadiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 77301?

CPT 77301 (Radiotherapy dose plan imrt) is a Radiology code. Therapeutic radiation treatment dose plan for intensity-modulated radiation therapy.

Who uses CPT code 77301?

CPT 77301 is used by Radiation Oncology, Radiology. Complex dosimetry for intensity-modulated radiation therapy with variable dose rates and multileaf collimation. Requires advanced planning algorithms.

When is CPT 77301 used?

Complex dosimetry for intensity-modulated radiation therapy with variable dose rates and multileaf collimation. Requires advanced planning algorithms.

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