77438 Surf radiation therapy orthvlt>150-500
Also known as: Superficial therapy 150-500kV, Intermediate energy superficial
Superficial radiation therapy delivery with orthovoltage photons at energy greater than 150 kilovolt to 500 kilovolt.
In Plain Language
Medium-energy radiation for superficial lesions
Clinical Context
Treatment delivery using orthovoltage X-rays with moderate energy for superficial and some intermediate-depth lesions.
RVU Information
CPT 77438 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 77438?
CPT 77438 (Surf radiation therapy orthvlt>150-500) is a Radiology code. Superficial radiation therapy delivery with orthovoltage photons at energy greater than 150 kilovolt to 500 kilovolt.
Who uses CPT code 77438?
CPT 77438 is used by Radiation Oncology, Dermatology. Treatment delivery using orthovoltage X-rays with moderate energy for superficial and some intermediate-depth lesions.
When is CPT 77438 used?
Treatment delivery using orthovoltage X-rays with moderate energy for superficial and some intermediate-depth lesions.
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