41019 Place needles h & n for right
Also known as: head and neck brachytherapy, radioactive implant placement, radiation needle placement
Placement of radioactive needles or sources in the head and neck region for brachytherapy or radiation therapy.
In Plain Language
placing radiation treatment in cancer; radioactive implant for cancer; internal radiation therapy
Clinical Context
Used for brachytherapy of head and neck cancers including tongue, mouth, pharynx, or other oral/oropharyngeal malignancies. Requires fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.62 |
| Total RVU | 8.62 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.62, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 41019?
CPT 41019 (Place needles h & n for right) is a Surgery code. Placement of radioactive needles or sources in the head and neck region for brachytherapy or radiation therapy.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 41019?
The work RVU for CPT 41019 is 8.62. This code is primarily used by Radiation Oncology, Otolaryngology, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
When is CPT 41019 used?
Used for brachytherapy of head and neck cancers including tongue, mouth, pharynx, or other oral/oropharyngeal malignancies. Requires fluoroscopic or ultrasound guidance.
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