78800 Rp loclzj tumor 1 area 1 d img
Also known as: tumor localization, single area tumor scan
Radiopharmaceutical tumor localization imaging of one body area with single-day imaging to detect primary or metastatic disease.
In Plain Language
cancer detection scan; tumor imaging
Clinical Context
Detects primary or metastatic malignancy using targeted radiopharmaceuticals; indicated for staging and surveillance of cancer in single anatomic area.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.62 |
| Total RVU | 0.62 |
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 0.62, this code ranks in the 39th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.3x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 78800?
CPT 78800 (Rp loclzj tumor 1 area 1 d img) is a Radiology code. Radiopharmaceutical tumor localization imaging of one body area with single-day imaging to detect primary or metastatic disease.
Who uses CPT code 78800?
CPT 78800 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Oncology, Surgery. Detects primary or metastatic malignancy using targeted radiopharmaceuticals; indicated for staging and surveillance of cancer in single anatomic area.
When is CPT 78800 used?
Detects primary or metastatic malignancy using targeted radiopharmaceuticals; indicated for staging and surveillance of cancer in single anatomic area.
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