78645 Csf shunt evaluation
Radiology
Also known as: shunt evaluation, CSF shunt study
Cerebrospinal fluid shunt evaluation performed to assess ventriculoperitoneal or other cerebrospinal fluid shunt function.
Clinical Context
Evaluates ventriculoperitoneal or ventriculoatrial shunt patency and function in patients with hydrocephalus.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.56 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 7.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 8.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$285.24
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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