CPT^® 77280, Under Clinical Treatment Planning (External and Internal Sources) for Radiation Treatment

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT^®) code 77280 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Clinical Treatment Planning (External and Internal Sources) for Radiation Treatment.

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The provider uses a simulator or other imaging modality to determine the size and location of ports to be used for radiation therapy. This code describes a simple level service.

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