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78579 Lung ventilation imaging

Radiology

Also known as: lung ventilation scan, V/Q ventilation

Lung ventilation imaging performed using nuclear medicine to assess air movement and ventilation distribution.

Clinical Context

Evaluates lung ventilation distribution to diagnose ventilation defects in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and asthma.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.48
Practice Expense RVU4.44
Malpractice RVU0.06
Total RVU4.98

Est. Medicare Payment

$166.33

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Nuclear MedicinePulmonologyRadiology

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