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78601 Brain image with flow < 4 views

Radiology

Also known as: brain scan with flow limited, cerebral flow imaging limited

Brain imaging with blood flow assessment and fewer than 4 views performed to evaluate cerebral perfusion.

Clinical Context

Dynamic cerebral flow assessment with limited imaging for acute stroke evaluation or focal perfusion abnormalities.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.50
Practice Expense RVU5.20
Malpractice RVU0.07
Total RVU5.77

Est. Medicare Payment

$192.72

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

Specialties

Nuclear MedicineNeurologyRadiology

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