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Last Verified: September 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Radiation Oncology Treatment |
| Common Place of Service | 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 11 - Office |
| Common Modifiers | None 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 77789 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 77789 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 77789 by major payers:
$155.68
$141.76
$145.92
$180.00
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CPT 77789
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Leah Leonhardt
Radiology Associates Of North Texas, PA
$304.97Published rateJeremy Nielsen
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$173.39Published rateAlexander Flower
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$85.26Published rateDaniel Bryan
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$77.98Published rateSunrise Home Health Care Inc.
Sunrise Home Health Care Inc
$7.11Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 77789 vs. Other Radiation Oncology Treatment Codes
The CPT 77789 code is part of the Radiology Procedures services used for Radiation Oncology Treatment. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 77789 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 77767-CPT | Moderate | Targeted Radiation Therapy, Delivery Of High-Dose Radiation To A Precise Spot On A Tumor As An Addition To Standard Brachytherapy. Brachytherapy Implants Tiny Radioactive Particles (Seeds) Near A Tumor. |
| 77768-CPT | Moderate | Multi-Channel Target Radiation, Multiple-Channel Delivery Of High-Dose Radiation Through A Catheter Directly To A Tumor As An Addition To Standard Brachytherapy. Brachytherapy Implants Tiny Radioactive Particles (Seeds) Near A Tumor. |
| 77770-CPT | Moderate | Targeted Radiation Therapy, Delivery Of High-Dose Radiation To A Precise Spot On A Tumor As An Addition To Standard Brachytherapy. Brachytherapy Implants Tiny Radioactive Particles (Seeds) Near A Tumor. |
| 77789-CPT | Low | Surface Application Of Radioelement |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 77789. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 77789 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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