78102 Bone marrow imaging ltd
Also known as: bone marrow scan limited
Bone marrow imaging of limited area performed using nuclear medicine to assess marrow function and hematopoiesis.
In Plain Language
limited bone marrow imaging
Clinical Context
Evaluates specific bone marrow regions for myelodysplasia, infection, or infiltrative disease. Used when evaluation is limited to one or two skeletal sites.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.54 |
| Total RVU | 0.54 |
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 0.54, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78102?
CPT 78102 (Bone marrow imaging ltd) is a Radiology code. Bone marrow imaging of limited area performed using nuclear medicine to assess marrow function and hematopoiesis.
Who uses CPT code 78102?
CPT 78102 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Hematology, Radiology. Evaluates specific bone marrow regions for myelodysplasia, infection, or infiltrative disease. Used when evaluation is limited to one or two skeletal sites.
When is CPT 78102 used?
Evaluates specific bone marrow regions for myelodysplasia, infection, or infiltrative disease. Used when evaluation is limited to one or two skeletal sites.
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