78230 Salivary gland imaging
Radiology
Also known as: salivary gland scan, sialocintigraphy
Salivary gland imaging performed using nuclear medicine to assess salivary gland function and anatomy.
Clinical Context
Evaluates salivary gland function, detects Sjögren syndrome, assesses obstruction, and identifies salivary gland tumors.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.44 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.07 |
| Total RVU | 4.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$157.98
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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