Chemotherapy, radiotherapy and immunotherapy for cancer - MBS item (15984)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

15984
Verification of position of brachytherapy applicators, needles, catheters or radioactive sources, if: (a) a two-dimensional or three-dimensional volumetric image set, or a validated in-vivo dosimetry measurement, is required to facilitate an adjustment to the applicators, needles, catheters or dosimetry plan; and (b) decisions using the acquired images are based on action algorithms and enacted immediately prior to, or during, treatment, where treatment is preceded by manipulation or adjustment of delivery applicator or adjustment of the dosimetry plan; and (c) the service is associated with a service to which any of the following items apply: (i) items 15958 to 15968; (ii) item 15982