Billing Codes

15966

Complex insertion of any of the following kinds of interstitial brachytherapy implants not requiring surgical exposure, with image guidance, and if a radiation oncologist is in attendance during the service: (a) catheters or needles for temporary implants; (b) radioactive sources for permanent implants; (c) breast applicators, single channel and multi‑channel strut devices; including the removal of applicators, catheters or needles (Anaes.)

Schedule fee
$558.85
was $544.70
100% Benefit
85%: $475.05
75%: $419.15
Category
Category 3 — Therapeutic Procedures
Group T2
Status
Fee changed
Full description

Complex insertion of any of the following kinds of interstitial brachytherapy implants not requiring surgical exposure, with image guidance, and if a radiation oncologist is in attendance during the service: (a) catheters or needles for temporary implants; (b) radioactive sources for permanent implants; (c) breast applicators, single channel and multi‑channel strut devices; including the removal of applicators, catheters or needles (Anaes.)

Fee history

Release Change Old New
July 2026 Fee ↑ $544.7 $558.85

Data sourced from Australian Government publications · Not an official government service