76391 Mr elastography
Also known as: MR elastography, MRE
Magnetic resonance (MR) elastography to assess tissue stiffness and elasticity non-invasively, particularly useful for liver fibrosis evaluation.
In Plain Language
Tissue stiffness imaging with MRI; Liver fibrosis assessment
Clinical Context
Non-invasive assessment of tissue fibrosis and stiffness, particularly valuable for grading liver cirrhosis and hepatic fibrosis.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.07 |
| Total RVU | 1.07 |
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 1.07, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.3x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76391?
CPT 76391 (Mr elastography) is a Radiology code. Magnetic resonance (MR) elastography to assess tissue stiffness and elasticity non-invasively, particularly useful for liver fibrosis evaluation.
Who uses CPT code 76391?
CPT 76391 is used by Radiology, Hepatology, Gastroenterology. Non-invasive assessment of tissue fibrosis and stiffness, particularly valuable for grading liver cirrhosis and hepatic fibrosis.
When is CPT 76391 used?
Non-invasive assessment of tissue fibrosis and stiffness, particularly valuable for grading liver cirrhosis and hepatic fibrosis.
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