78195 Lymph system imaging
Also known as: lymphoscintigraphy, lymph node imaging
Lymphatic system imaging performed using nuclear medicine to visualize lymph node uptake and lymphatic drainage patterns.
In Plain Language
lymph system scan; lymph node imaging
Clinical Context
Maps lymphatic drainage and sentinel lymph nodes for cancer staging, evaluates lymphedema, and assesses lymphatic obstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.17 |
| Total RVU | 1.17 |
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 1.17, this code ranks in the 67th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78195?
CPT 78195 (Lymph system imaging) is a Radiology code. Lymphatic system imaging performed using nuclear medicine to visualize lymph node uptake and lymphatic drainage patterns.
Who uses CPT code 78195?
CPT 78195 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Radiology. Maps lymphatic drainage and sentinel lymph nodes for cancer staging, evaluates lymphedema, and assesses lymphatic obstruction.
When is CPT 78195 used?
Maps lymphatic drainage and sentinel lymph nodes for cancer staging, evaluates lymphedema, and assesses lymphatic obstruction.
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