76100 X-ray examination of body section
Radiology
Also known as: Body section X-ray, Limited area radiography
X-ray examination of a specific body section or anatomic region using radiographic imaging to visualize structures.
Clinical Context
General radiographic examination of defined body sections to evaluate bone, soft tissue, or foreign bodies in specific anatomic regions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.57 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.97 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 2.58 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$86.17
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.