Medicine: Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies (Q&A) (March 2010)

March 2010 page 9a Medicine: Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies (Q&A) Question: When radiation treatment is fractionated, is code 77418 reported for each fraction (ie, twice for the session)?  Answer: A fraction is a treatment session that is distinct and includes a delivery of the complete dose planned for the session. It may include delivery to more than one area. Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) treatments are given in sessions and various mechanisms are used to target treatment in a more localized manner. Each beam delivered is not a “fraction.” Therefore, it would be inappropriate to...

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This March 2010 Q&A article addresses a medical coding question in the Medicine section and focuses on radiation therapy session reporting. It is relevant for coders and billing staff who need to understand the article’s topic, the general coding context, and the type of guidance discussed without exposing the full premium content.

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  1. March 2010 page 9a

    A dated Q&A entry in the Medicine section covering a radiation therapy coding question.

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