78459 Myocrd img pet single study
Also known as: cardiac PET single study
Myocardial imaging using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) performed as single comprehensive study.
In Plain Language
heart PET imaging
Clinical Context
Single comprehensive PET study evaluating myocardial perfusion and viability in one imaging session.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.61 |
| Total RVU | 1.61 |
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 1.61, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Radiology codes — 2.0x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78459?
CPT 78459 (Myocrd img pet single study) is a Radiology code. Myocardial imaging using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) performed as single comprehensive study.
Who uses CPT code 78459?
CPT 78459 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology, Radiology. Single comprehensive PET study evaluating myocardial perfusion and viability in one imaging session.
When is CPT 78459 used?
Single comprehensive PET study evaluating myocardial perfusion and viability in one imaging session.
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