Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer - MBS item (15966)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

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.)