78014 Thyroid imaging with blood flow
Also known as: thyroid scan with flow, thyroid perfusion scan
Thyroid imaging with blood flow assessment performed using nuclear medicine techniques to evaluate thyroid perfusion and function.
In Plain Language
thyroid scan with blood flow; nuclear medicine thyroid test
Clinical Context
Used to assess thyroid gland perfusion, detect nodules, and evaluate hyperthyroidism or thyroiditis. Common in evaluating unexplained thyroid enlargement or thyroid hormone dysregulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 0.49 |
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 0.49, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.7x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78014?
CPT 78014 (Thyroid imaging with blood flow) is a Radiology code. Thyroid imaging with blood flow assessment performed using nuclear medicine techniques to evaluate thyroid perfusion and function.
Who uses CPT code 78014?
CPT 78014 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Endocrinology, Radiology. Used to assess thyroid gland perfusion, detect nodules, and evaluate hyperthyroidism or thyroiditis. Common in evaluating unexplained thyroid enlargement or thyroid hormone dysregulation.
When is CPT 78014 used?
Used to assess thyroid gland perfusion, detect nodules, and evaluate hyperthyroidism or thyroiditis. Common in evaluating unexplained thyroid enlargement or thyroid hormone dysregulation.
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