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Radiology & Imaging RVU Guide

Comprehensive RVU guide for radiology & imaging procedures. Find the highest-value CPT codes, productivity benchmarks, and optimization strategies.

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Radiology & Imaging Productivity Benchmarks

30-50 wRVUs
Daily Target
work RVUs per day
8,000-12,000 wRVUs
Annual Target
work RVUs per year
2+
Specialties
using these codes

Note: High volume, lower RVU per study

Top Radiology & Imaging CPT Codes by RVU Value

RankCPT CodeDescriptionWork RVUTotal RVUCategory
170553Mri brain stem w/o & w/dye2.239.49Radiology
274177Ct abd & pelvis w/contrast1.778.99Radiology
372148Mri lumbar spine w/o dye1.445.74Radiology
474150Ct abdomen w/o contrast1.164.08Radiology
571250Ct thorax dx c-1.053.97Radiology
670450Ct head/brain w/o dye0.833.19Radiology
776700Us exam abdom complete0.793.42Radiology
876770Us exam abdo back wall comp0.723.18Radiology
973060X-ray exam of humerus0.160.96Radiology

Radiology & Imaging RVU Calculator

RVU values from CMS Physician Fee Schedule
Last updated: January 13, 2026

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Radiology & Imaging Productivity Optimization

High-Value Strategies

Focus on High-Value Procedures

Prioritize procedures with higher RVU values when clinically appropriate

Accurate Documentation

Ensure documentation supports the complexity and time involved

Common Specialties

Radiology
Interventional Radiology

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