76010 X-ray nose to rectum
Also known as: intestinal obstruction series, abdominal X-ray, KUB
Radiographic imaging of the entire gastrointestinal tract from nose to rectum using contrast medium to assess for obstruction or foreign body.
In Plain Language
full digestive tract X-ray; abdominal X-ray
Clinical Context
Evaluates suspected bowel obstruction, perforation, foreign body ingestion, and acute abdominal pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 0.18 |
Est. Medicare Payment
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 0.18, this code ranks in the 9th percentile among Radiology codes — 4.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76010?
CPT 76010 (X-ray nose to rectum) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the entire gastrointestinal tract from nose to rectum using contrast medium to assess for obstruction or foreign body.
Who uses CPT code 76010?
CPT 76010 is used by Radiology, General Surgery. Evaluates suspected bowel obstruction, perforation, foreign body ingestion, and acute abdominal pathology.
When is CPT 76010 used?
Evaluates suspected bowel obstruction, perforation, foreign body ingestion, and acute abdominal pathology.
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