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76776 Ultrasound examination k transpl with doppler

Radiology

Also known as: Renal transplant ultrasound, Transplant kidney ultrasound

Ultrasound examination of kidney transplant including Doppler assessment of vascular flow and perfusion.

In Plain Language

Ultrasound of transplanted kidney; Blood flow check in transplant kidney

Clinical Context

Assessment of transplant kidney for evaluation of size, echogenicity, collections, and vascular perfusion using Doppler imaging.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.74
Total RVU0.74

Est. Medicare Payment

$24.72

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 0.74, this code ranks in the 47th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.1x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

RadiologyNephrologyTransplant Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 76776?

CPT 76776 (Ultrasound examination k transpl with doppler) is a Radiology code. Ultrasound examination of kidney transplant including Doppler assessment of vascular flow and perfusion.

Who uses CPT code 76776?

CPT 76776 is used by Radiology, Nephrology, Transplant Surgery. Assessment of transplant kidney for evaluation of size, echogenicity, collections, and vascular perfusion using Doppler imaging.

When is CPT 76776 used?

Assessment of transplant kidney for evaluation of size, echogenicity, collections, and vascular perfusion using Doppler imaging.

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