77423 Neutron beam treatment complex
Also known as: Neutron therapy, Complex neutron treatment
Neutron beam radiation therapy treatment delivery with complex complexity level.
In Plain Language
Advanced radiation therapy using neutrons
Clinical Context
High linear energy transfer neutron therapy for radioresistant tumors. Provides improved biological effectiveness compared to photon therapy.
RVU Information
CPT 77423 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 77423?
CPT 77423 (Neutron beam treatment complex) is a Radiology code. Neutron beam radiation therapy treatment delivery with complex complexity level.
Who uses CPT code 77423?
CPT 77423 is used by Radiation Oncology. High linear energy transfer neutron therapy for radioresistant tumors. Provides improved biological effectiveness compared to photon therapy.
When is CPT 77423 used?
High linear energy transfer neutron therapy for radioresistant tumors. Provides improved biological effectiveness compared to photon therapy.
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