76506 Echo examination of head
Also known as: Head echo, Transcranial ultrasound
Echocardiography examination of the head using ultrasound imaging to assess intracranial structures and blood flow.
In Plain Language
Ultrasound of head and brain; Sound wave imaging of brain structures
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 |
| Total RVU | 0.61 |
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 0.61, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.3x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76506?
CPT 76506 (Echo examination of head) is a Radiology code. Echocardiography examination of the head using ultrasound imaging to assess intracranial structures and blood flow.
Who uses CPT code 76506?
CPT 76506 is used by Radiology, Neurology, Vascular Surgery. Ultrasound evaluation of intracranial structures, particularly for assessment of cerebral blood flow and stroke evaluation in patients with inadequate acoustic windows.
When is CPT 76506 used?
Ultrasound evaluation of intracranial structures, particularly for assessment of cerebral blood flow and stroke evaluation in patients with inadequate acoustic windows.
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