0076T supervision and interpretation stent/chest vertebral artery
Also known as: S&I great vessel stent, carotid stent imaging
Supervision and interpretation for stent placement of intrathoracic common carotid artery or innominate (brachiocephalic) artery including angioplasty, when performed. Category III code for imaging guidance during great vessel stenting.
In Plain Language
imaging guidance for chest blood vessel stent placement
Clinical Context
Used for the radiological supervision and interpretation component of intrathoracic great vessel stenting. Reported separately from the surgical component (0075T) to capture the imaging professional services.
RVU Information
CPT 0076T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.
Billing & Documentation
Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0076T?
CPT 0076T (supervision and interpretation stent/chest vertebral artery) is a Category III code. Supervision and interpretation for stent placement of intrathoracic common carotid artery or innominate (brachiocephalic) artery including angioplasty, when performed. Category III code for imaging guidance during great vessel stenting.
Is 0076T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0076T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.
When is CPT 0076T used?
Used for the radiological supervision and interpretation component of intrathoracic great vessel stenting. Reported separately from the surgical component (0075T) to capture the imaging professional services.
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