76529 Echo examination of eye
Also known as: Extended eye echo, Orbital ultrasound with assessment
Echocardiography examination of the eye with additional imaging assessment or extended evaluation of orbital pathology.
In Plain Language
Extended ultrasound of eye; Thorough eye and orbit check
Clinical Context
Extended ophthalmic ultrasound examination for comprehensive evaluation of complex orbital pathology or multiple abnormalities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.56 |
| Total RVU | 0.56 |
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 0.56, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76529?
CPT 76529 (Echo examination of eye) is a Radiology code. Echocardiography examination of the eye with additional imaging assessment or extended evaluation of orbital pathology.
Who uses CPT code 76529?
CPT 76529 is used by Ophthalmology, Radiology. Extended ophthalmic ultrasound examination for comprehensive evaluation of complex orbital pathology or multiple abnormalities.
When is CPT 76529 used?
Extended ophthalmic ultrasound examination for comprehensive evaluation of complex orbital pathology or multiple abnormalities.
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