78456 Acute venous thrombus image
Radiology
Also known as: acute DVT imaging, venous thrombosis scan acute
Acute venous thrombosis imaging performed to detect fresh blood clots in veins using nuclear medicine.
Clinical Context
Detects acute deep vein thrombosis with high sensitivity and specificity. Useful when ultrasound inconclusive.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.98 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.45 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 8.51 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$284.23
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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