78761 Testicular imaging with flow
Also known as: testicular imaging, scrotal scan
Nuclear medicine imaging of testis with blood flow assessment to evaluate scrotal contents.
In Plain Language
testicle blood flow test; scrotal blood supply imaging
Clinical Context
Evaluates testicular viability and perfusion; used for suspected testicular torsion (emergency), trauma, or epididymitis to assess testicular blood supply.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.69 |
| Total RVU | 0.69 |
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 0.69, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.2x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78761?
CPT 78761 (Testicular imaging with flow) is a Radiology code. Nuclear medicine imaging of testis with blood flow assessment to evaluate scrotal contents.
Who uses CPT code 78761?
CPT 78761 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Urology, Surgery. Evaluates testicular viability and perfusion; used for suspected testicular torsion (emergency), trauma, or epididymitis to assess testicular blood supply.
When is CPT 78761 used?
Evaluates testicular viability and perfusion; used for suspected testicular torsion (emergency), trauma, or epididymitis to assess testicular blood supply.
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