78457 Venous thrombosis imaging
Also known as: DVT imaging, venous thrombosis scan
Venous thrombosis imaging performed to detect blood clots in venous system using nuclear medicine techniques.
In Plain Language
blood clot detection test; vein imaging
Clinical Context
Detects deep vein thrombosis with functional assessment of venous obstruction and collateral formation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.75 |
| Total RVU | 0.75 |
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 0.75, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.1x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78457?
CPT 78457 (Venous thrombosis imaging) is a Radiology code. Venous thrombosis imaging performed to detect blood clots in venous system using nuclear medicine techniques.
Who uses CPT code 78457?
CPT 78457 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Vascular Surgery, Radiology. Detects deep vein thrombosis with functional assessment of venous obstruction and collateral formation.
When is CPT 78457 used?
Detects deep vein thrombosis with functional assessment of venous obstruction and collateral formation.
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