76775 Ultrasound examination abdo back wall lim
Also known as: Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound, Focused back wall ultrasound
Ultrasound examination of abdominal back wall and retroperitoneal structures including limited or problem-focused assessment.
In Plain Language
Quick ultrasound of back of belly; Limited imaging of deep structures
Clinical Context
Limited or targeted ultrasound of retroperitoneal region for assessment of specific abnormality or follow-up of known findings.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.57 |
| Total RVU | 0.57 |
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 0.57, this code ranks in the 35th 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 76775?
CPT 76775 (Ultrasound examination abdo back wall lim) is a Radiology code. Ultrasound examination of abdominal back wall and retroperitoneal structures including limited or problem-focused assessment.
Who uses CPT code 76775?
CPT 76775 is used by Radiology, Surgery. Limited or targeted ultrasound of retroperitoneal region for assessment of specific abnormality or follow-up of known findings.
When is CPT 76775 used?
Limited or targeted ultrasound of retroperitoneal region for assessment of specific abnormality or follow-up of known findings.
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