CPT 78491
Myocrd imaging pet 1std rst/strs
CPT 78491 at a glance
- Code
- 78491
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Myocrd img pet 1std rst/strs
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $784.99 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 78491?
CPT 78491 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Myocrd img pet 1std rst/strs". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 78491 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 78491 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 78491 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 78491?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 78491 is $784.99 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 78491?
CPT 78491 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.