CPT 79005
Nuclear rx oral admin
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
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CPT 79005 at a glance
- Code
- 79005
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Nuclear rx oral admin
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $50.35 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 79005?
CPT 79005 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code for nuclear rx oral admin. Its official short descriptor is "Nuclear rx oral admin". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 79005 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 79005 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 79005 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 79005?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 79005 is $50.35 (Medicare ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted Medicare amount; 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 79005?
CPT 79005 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. Read the DataLily AI data methodology.