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 RVU | 1.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 1.54 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$51.44
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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