76506 Echo examination of head
Radiology
Also known as: Head echo, Transcranial ultrasound
Echocardiography examination of the head using ultrasound imaging to assess intracranial structures and blood flow.
Clinical Context
Ultrasound evaluation of intracranial structures, particularly for assessment of cerebral blood flow and stroke evaluation in patients with inadequate acoustic windows.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.61 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.60 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.05 |
| Total RVU | 3.26 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$108.88
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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