78434 Aqmbf pet rest & prescription stress
Radiology
Also known as: cardiac PET blood flow, myocardial blood flow
Absolute myocardial blood flow measurement using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) with rest and pharmacologic stress performed.
Clinical Context
Quantifies absolute myocardial blood flow in milliliters per minute at rest and stress to assess coronary reserve.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.63 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 0.63 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$21.04
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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