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77469 Io radiation treatment management

Radiology

Also known as: IORT management, Intraop radiotherapy management

Intraoperative radiation therapy management and treatment coordination.

In Plain Language

Doctor oversight of radiation therapy during surgery

Clinical Context

Physician management and coordination of intraoperative radiation therapy. Includes dose prescription, technique coordination, and operative field assessment.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU5.61
Total RVU5.61

Est. Medicare Payment

$187.37

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 5.61, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Radiology codes — 6.9x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

Radiation OncologySurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 77469?

CPT 77469 (Io radiation treatment management) is a Radiology code. Intraoperative radiation therapy management and treatment coordination.

Who uses CPT code 77469?

CPT 77469 is used by Radiation Oncology, Surgery. Physician management and coordination of intraoperative radiation therapy. Includes dose prescription, technique coordination, and operative field assessment.

When is CPT 77469 used?

Physician management and coordination of intraoperative radiation therapy. Includes dose prescription, technique coordination, and operative field assessment.

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