77790 Radiation handling
Also known as: Radiation handling, Radioactive material management
Handling and safety management of radioactive material.
Clinical Context
Technical service for preparation, handling, and safety protocols of radioactive brachytherapy sources.
RVU Information
CPT 77790 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 77790?
CPT 77790 (Radiation handling) is a Radiology code. Handling and safety management of radioactive material.
Who uses CPT code 77790?
CPT 77790 is used by Radiation Oncology, Physics. Technical service for preparation, handling, and safety protocols of radioactive brachytherapy sources.
When is CPT 77790 used?
Technical service for preparation, handling, and safety protocols of radioactive brachytherapy sources.
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