76098 X-ray examination surgical specimen
Also known as: Specimen radiography, Intraop specimen X-ray
X-ray examination of surgical specimen to provide intraoperative or postoperative confirmation of pathology and anatomic relationships.
In Plain Language
Imaging of removed tissue sample; X-ray of surgical specimen
Clinical Context
Performed on excised tissue to confirm complete removal of lesions, assess margins, or evaluate anatomic relationships during or immediately after surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.30 |
| Total RVU | 0.30 |
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 0.30, 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76098?
CPT 76098 (X-ray examination surgical specimen) is a Radiology code. X-ray examination of surgical specimen to provide intraoperative or postoperative confirmation of pathology and anatomic relationships.
Who uses CPT code 76098?
CPT 76098 is used by Radiology, Pathology, Surgery. Performed on excised tissue to confirm complete removal of lesions, assess margins, or evaluate anatomic relationships during or immediately after surgery.
When is CPT 76098 used?
Performed on excised tissue to confirm complete removal of lesions, assess margins, or evaluate anatomic relationships during or immediately after surgery.
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