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76000 Fluoroscopy <1 hour phys/qhp

Radiology

Also known as: fluoroscopy supervision, real-time fluoroscopy, fluoroscopic guidance

Fluoroscopic real-time radiographic imaging lasting less than one hour, supervised and interpreted by a physician or qualified health professional.

In Plain Language

live X-ray supervision less than 1 hour; doctor-monitored real-time imaging

Clinical Context

Provides real-time radiographic visualization during various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for guidance and documentation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.30
Total RVU0.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$10.02

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Billing & Documentation

Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.

How This Code Compares

With a work RVU of 0.30, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.7x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

RadiologySurgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 76000?

CPT 76000 (Fluoroscopy <1 hour phys/qhp) is a Radiology code. Fluoroscopic real-time radiographic imaging lasting less than one hour, supervised and interpreted by a physician or qualified health professional.

Who uses CPT code 76000?

CPT 76000 is used by Radiology, Surgery. Provides real-time radiographic visualization during various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for guidance and documentation.

When is CPT 76000 used?

Provides real-time radiographic visualization during various diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for guidance and documentation.

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