78597 Lung perfusion differential
Radiology
Also known as: differential perfusion study
Lung perfusion imaging with differential measurement performed to assess relative blood flow between lungs.
Clinical Context
Quantifies relative perfusion contribution of each lung to detect asymmetric pulmonary blood flow disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.73 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.60 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.06 |
| Total RVU | 5.39 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$180.03
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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