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IR Procedure for Liver Tumors Treated with Brachytherapy

Date: Dec 16, 2013

Question:

Is there an IR procedure for treating liver tumors using brachytherapy, Ytrrium 90? It is a form of radiation that is injected into the tumor bed? Is there a dosimetry charge that can be billed? If so, is there any specific FDA-approved treatment planning or wordage that is necessary? Also, what about the use of SPECT/CT or PET/CT being reimbursed afterwards?

Question ID : 5276
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