78201 Liver imaging static only
Also known as: liver scan static, hepatic imaging static
Liver imaging using static technique performed to visualize hepatic parenchyma without vascular flow assessment.
In Plain Language
liver scan; nuclear medicine liver test
Clinical Context
Assesses liver size, shape, and focal lesions. Detects hepatic cirrhosis, focal defects, and hepatic displacement by adjacent masses.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.43 |
| Total RVU | 0.43 |
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 0.43, this code ranks in the 24th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.9x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78201?
CPT 78201 (Liver imaging static only) is a Radiology code. Liver imaging using static technique performed to visualize hepatic parenchyma without vascular flow assessment.
Who uses CPT code 78201?
CPT 78201 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Gastroenterology, Radiology. Assesses liver size, shape, and focal lesions. Detects hepatic cirrhosis, focal defects, and hepatic displacement by adjacent masses.
When is CPT 78201 used?
Assesses liver size, shape, and focal lesions. Detects hepatic cirrhosis, focal defects, and hepatic displacement by adjacent masses.
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