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78610 Brain flow imaging only

Radiology

Also known as: cerebral flow imaging only, brain perfusion study

Brain blood flow imaging performed without anatomic brain imaging to assess cerebral perfusion only.

Clinical Context

Functional cerebral perfusion assessment without structural imaging for acute stroke or perfusion pattern evaluation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.29
Practice Expense RVU4.34
Malpractice RVU0.06
Total RVU4.69

Est. Medicare Payment

$156.65

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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