CPT® 78831, Under Other Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Procedures
The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) code 78831 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Other Diagnostic Nuclear Medicine Procedures.
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Summary
The provider uses a nuclear imaging test called SPECT to localize a tumor, inflammatory process, or radioactive tracer distribution. Vascular flow and blood pool imaging are included if performed. This code represents single–day imaging of at least two areas (such as the pelvis and knees) or separate acquisitions (such as lung ventilation and perfusion) on one day.
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