77600 Hyperthermia external gen superficial
Also known as: Superficial hyperthermia, External hyperthermia
Hyperthermia therapy externally applied using external heating source for superficial regions.
In Plain Language
Heat therapy applied to skin and near surface areas
Clinical Context
External heating applied to superficial tumors and tissue. Used as adjunctive therapy with radiation and chemotherapy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.28 |
| Total RVU | 1.28 |
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 1.28, this code ranks in the 71st percentile among Radiology codes — 1.6x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 77600?
CPT 77600 (Hyperthermia external gen superficial) is a Radiology code. Hyperthermia therapy externally applied using external heating source for superficial regions.
Who uses CPT code 77600?
CPT 77600 is used by Radiation Oncology, Oncology. External heating applied to superficial tumors and tissue. Used as adjunctive therapy with radiation and chemotherapy.
When is CPT 77600 used?
External heating applied to superficial tumors and tissue. Used as adjunctive therapy with radiation and chemotherapy.
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