78013 Thyroid imaging with blood flow
Radiology
Also known as: Thyroid scan with flow, Thyroid imaging with perfusion
Radioisotope imaging of thyroid with assessment of blood flow and clearance.
Clinical Context
Thyroid imaging with dynamic assessment of blood flow and clearance patterns. Evaluates functional thyroid tissue and vascular characteristics.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.36 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.56 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.05 |
| Total RVU | 4.97 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$166.00
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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