77610 Hyperthermia ntrstl prb 5/<
Also known as: Interstitial hyperthermia ≤5, Limited interstitial heating
Hyperthermia therapy using interstitial probes with five or fewer probes.
In Plain Language
Heat therapy using needles or probes inserted in tissue with few devices
Clinical Context
Interstitial hyperthermia with limited probe placement. Used for well-defined tumors with limited spatial extent.
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 77610?
CPT 77610 (Hyperthermia ntrstl prb 5/<) is a Radiology code. Hyperthermia therapy using interstitial probes with five or fewer probes.
Who uses CPT code 77610?
CPT 77610 is used by Radiation Oncology, Oncology. Interstitial hyperthermia with limited probe placement. Used for well-defined tumors with limited spatial extent.
When is CPT 77610 used?
Interstitial hyperthermia with limited probe placement. Used for well-defined tumors with limited spatial extent.
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