78469 Heart infarct image (3d)
Also known as: MI imaging 3D, myocardial infarction 3D imaging
Heart infarction imaging with three-dimensional reconstruction performed to provide detailed visualization of infarcted territory.
In Plain Language
3D heart attack imaging
Clinical Context
Three-dimensional imaging of infarcted myocardium for precise localization, extent, and relationship to coronary anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.90 |
| Total RVU | 0.90 |
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 0.90, this code ranks in the 54th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.1x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78469?
CPT 78469 (Heart infarct image (3d)) is a Radiology code. Heart infarction imaging with three-dimensional reconstruction performed to provide detailed visualization of infarcted territory.
Who uses CPT code 78469?
CPT 78469 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology, Radiology. Three-dimensional imaging of infarcted myocardium for precise localization, extent, and relationship to coronary anatomy.
When is CPT 78469 used?
Three-dimensional imaging of infarcted myocardium for precise localization, extent, and relationship to coronary anatomy.
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