78700 Kidney imaging morphol
Also known as: renal imaging, kidney scan
Nuclear medicine imaging of kidney to evaluate renal morphology and structural anatomy.
In Plain Language
kidney structure test; kidney imaging
Clinical Context
Used to assess kidney size, shape, and structural abnormalities. Common indication for suspected pyelonephritis, renal infarction, or anatomic assessment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.44 |
| Total RVU | 0.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.44, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.8x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78700?
CPT 78700 (Kidney imaging morphol) is a Radiology code. Nuclear medicine imaging of kidney to evaluate renal morphology and structural anatomy.
Who uses CPT code 78700?
CPT 78700 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Urology, Nephrology. Used to assess kidney size, shape, and structural abnormalities. Common indication for suspected pyelonephritis, renal infarction, or anatomic assessment.
When is CPT 78700 used?
Used to assess kidney size, shape, and structural abnormalities. Common indication for suspected pyelonephritis, renal infarction, or anatomic assessment.
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