77417 Therapy radiology port image(s)
Also known as: Port images, Verification images
Therapeutic radiation treatment portal images.
In Plain Language
X-ray pictures taken during radiation therapy to verify positioning
Clinical Context
Portal imaging verification during radiation therapy treatment. Documents patient positioning and target coverage.
RVU Information
CPT 77417 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Radiology category, 7% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77417?
CPT 77417 (Therapy radiology port image(s)) is a Radiology code. Therapeutic radiation treatment portal images.
Who uses CPT code 77417?
CPT 77417 is used by Radiation Oncology, Radiology. Portal imaging verification during radiation therapy treatment. Documents patient positioning and target coverage.
When is CPT 77417 used?
Portal imaging verification during radiation therapy treatment. Documents patient positioning and target coverage.
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