78226 Hepatobiliary system imaging
Radiology
Also known as: HIDA scan, hepatobiliary imaging
Hepatobiliary system imaging performed to visualize liver, bile ducts, gallbladder, and small bowel using nuclear medicine.
Clinical Context
Evaluates hepatic function, bile duct patency, and gallbladder contractility. Diagnoses cholecystitis, biliary obstruction, and bile leak.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.72 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.72 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.09 |
| Total RVU | 8.53 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$284.90
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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