78261 Gastric mucosa imaging
Radiology
Also known as: Meckel scan, gastric mucosa imaging
Gastric mucosa imaging performed to detect ectopic gastric mucosa in the gastrointestinal tract.
Clinical Context
Detects Meckel diverticulum and ectopic gastric mucosa causing gastrointestinal bleeding. Common in pediatric patients with unexplained gastrointestinal hemorrhage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.67 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.78 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.05 |
| Total RVU | 5.50 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$183.70
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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