77431 Radiation therapy management
Also known as: RT management, Treatment supervision
Radiation therapy management and treatment supervision.
In Plain Language
Doctor oversight and management of radiation therapy
Clinical Context
Physician management including treatment planning coordination, dose verification, patient follow-up, and assessment during radiation therapy course.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 1.76 |
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 1.76, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.2x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77431?
CPT 77431 (Radiation therapy management) is a Radiology code. Radiation therapy management and treatment supervision.
Who uses CPT code 77431?
CPT 77431 is used by Radiation Oncology. Physician management including treatment planning coordination, dose verification, patient follow-up, and assessment during radiation therapy course.
When is CPT 77431 used?
Physician management including treatment planning coordination, dose verification, patient follow-up, and assessment during radiation therapy course.
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