CPT code 78707 refers to a type of kidney scan that shows how the blood flows through the kidneys and checks their function. CPT 78707 represents “Kidney imaging morphology; with vascular flow and function, single study without pharmacological intervention.”
Procedure Explanation:
This procedure is a non-invasive scan that takes pictures of the kidneys to see how well they are working and how blood flows through them. It doesn’t involve any drugs to enhance the images. Essentially, it captures detailed images without any medication, focusing solely on the kidneys’ structure and function.
Common Names:
- Kidney Scan
- Renal Flow Study
- Kidney Function Imaging
Relative Value Units (RVU):
The RVUs associated with this code are 0.96.
How This Procedure Appears:
- Operating Room Schedule Name: Kidney Imaging Study
- Surgical Consent Form Name: Kidney Function and Flow Test
Typical Patients and Diagnoses:
This procedure is commonly used for patients who might have kidney problems, such as those with suspected kidney disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes. For instance, someone experiencing unexplained swelling or changes in urination might undergo this test to check for kidney issues.
Associated ICD-10 Codes:
- N18.9: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified. This code is used when someone has ongoing kidney damage or reduced kidney function that hasyet to be specifically categorized.
- I12.0: Hypertensive kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease. This refers to kidney damage caused by high blood pressure.
- N28.9: Disorder of kidney and ureter, unspecified. This code is used when there is a kidney issue that doesn’t fall into any specific known category.
Summary
In summary, code 78707 describes a scan that evaluates how well the kidneys are working and how blood flows through them. Typical ICD-10 codes associated with 78707 include N18.9 (Chronic kidney disease, unspecified) and I12.0 (Hypertensive kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease).
Disclaimer
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