78264 Gastric emptying img study
Radiology
Also known as: gastric emptying study, gastric motility study
Gastric emptying imaging study performed to measure stomach emptying rate and assess gastric motility.
Clinical Context
Quantifies gastric emptying rate to diagnose gastroparesis and dyspepsia. Commonly used after gastric surgery or in diabetic patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.77 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.82 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.09 |
| Total RVU | 8.68 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$289.91
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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