78258 Esophageal motility
Also known as: esophageal motility study, swallowing study
Esophageal motility study performed using nuclear medicine to assess esophageal peristalsis and swallowing function.
In Plain Language
esophagus function test; swallowing test
Clinical Context
Evaluates esophageal peristalsis, detects dysmotility, achalasia, and post-surgical dysfunction. Assesses swallowing disorders.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.72 |
| Total RVU | 0.72 |
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 0.72, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.1x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78258?
CPT 78258 (Esophageal motility) is a Radiology code. Esophageal motility study performed using nuclear medicine to assess esophageal peristalsis and swallowing function.
Who uses CPT code 78258?
CPT 78258 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Gastroenterology, Radiology. Evaluates esophageal peristalsis, detects dysmotility, achalasia, and post-surgical dysfunction. Assesses swallowing disorders.
When is CPT 78258 used?
Evaluates esophageal peristalsis, detects dysmotility, achalasia, and post-surgical dysfunction. Assesses swallowing disorders.
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