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Heart PET Scan for Muscle Viability

Maine rates for HCPCS 78459

A PET scan of the heart showing how well the heart muscle is using sugar for energy. Muscle that still takes up the tracer is alive but underworking, while muscle that takes up none has been permanently scarred. The result tells doctors whether restoring blood flow to a weak area is likely to help it recover.

Rates data updated July 2026.

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