78609 Brain imaging (pet)
Radiology
Also known as: brain PET imaging comprehensive, FDG brain PET
Brain imaging using Positron Emission Tomography (PET) performed for comprehensive metabolic assessment.
Clinical Context
Comprehensive PET imaging assessing cerebral glucose metabolism for dementia differentiation and oncologic evaluation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.46 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.64 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 2.14 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$71.48
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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