77605 Hyperthermia external gen deep
Also known as: Deep hyperthermia, Regional hyperthermia
Hyperthermia therapy externally applied using external heating source for deep regions.
In Plain Language
Heat therapy applied to deeper tissues
Clinical Context
External heating applied to deeper tissues and organs. Used for deep-seated tumors in combination with radiation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.79 |
| Total RVU | 1.79 |
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 1.79, this code ranks in the 86th 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 77605?
CPT 77605 (Hyperthermia external gen deep) is a Radiology code. Hyperthermia therapy externally applied using external heating source for deep regions.
Who uses CPT code 77605?
CPT 77605 is used by Radiation Oncology, Oncology. External heating applied to deeper tissues and organs. Used for deep-seated tumors in combination with radiation.
When is CPT 77605 used?
External heating applied to deeper tissues and organs. Used for deep-seated tumors in combination with radiation.
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