79403 Hematopoietic nuclear treatment
Also known as: bone marrow nuclear therapy, hematopoietic radiotherapy
Nuclear medicine therapeutic treatment for hematopoietic stem cell disorders using radiopharmaceutical therapy to modulate bone marrow function.
In Plain Language
blood cell-forming nuclear treatment; bone marrow radiotherapy
Clinical Context
Radiopharmaceutical therapy targeting hematopoietic system for treatment of certain leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, or immunologic conditions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.19 |
| Total RVU | 2.19 |
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 2.19, this code ranks in the 92nd percentile among Radiology codes — 2.7x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 79403?
CPT 79403 (Hematopoietic nuclear treatment) is a Radiology code. Nuclear medicine therapeutic treatment for hematopoietic stem cell disorders using radiopharmaceutical therapy to modulate bone marrow function.
Who uses CPT code 79403?
CPT 79403 is used by Nuclear Medicine, Hematology-Oncology, Internal Medicine. Radiopharmaceutical therapy targeting hematopoietic system for treatment of certain leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, or immunologic conditions.
When is CPT 79403 used?
Radiopharmaceutical therapy targeting hematopoietic system for treatment of certain leukemias, myeloproliferative disorders, or immunologic conditions.
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