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78811 Pet image ltd area

Radiology

Also known as: PET scan limited, PET limited area

Positron emission tomography imaging limited to single body area for tumor detection and metabolic assessment.

Clinical Context

Single-region PET imaging for focused evaluation of suspected malignancy or metabolic abnormality; lower cost than whole-body imaging.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.54
Practice Expense RVU0.00
Malpractice RVU0.00
Total RVU1.54

Est. Medicare Payment

$51.44

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Nuclear MedicineOncologyCardiology

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