78701 Kidney imaging with flow
Radiology
Also known as: renal flow imaging, kidney blood flow scan
Nuclear medicine imaging of kidney with renal blood flow assessment to evaluate both morphology and renal perfusion.
Clinical Context
Evaluates renal perfusion in addition to structure; used for suspected renal artery stenosis, trauma, or renal transplant complications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.48 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 5.53 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.07 |
| Total RVU | 6.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$203.07
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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