78300 Bone imaging limited area
Also known as: bone scan limited, skeletal imaging limited
Bone imaging of limited anatomic area performed using nuclear medicine to assess skeletal uptake and detect pathology.
In Plain Language
bone scan of one area; limited bone imaging
Clinical Context
Single-site skeletal imaging for suspected fracture, infection, or metastasis. Used when focal pathology is suspected.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.60 |
| Total RVU | 0.60 |
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 0.60, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78300?
CPT 78300 (Bone imaging limited area) is a Radiology code. Bone imaging of limited anatomic area performed using nuclear medicine to assess skeletal uptake and detect pathology.
Who uses CPT code 78300?
CPT 78300 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Orthopedics, Radiology. Single-site skeletal imaging for suspected fracture, infection, or metastasis. Used when focal pathology is suspected.
When is CPT 78300 used?
Single-site skeletal imaging for suspected fracture, infection, or metastasis. Used when focal pathology is suspected.
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