76801 Ob ultrasound < 14 wks single fetus
Also known as: First trimester ultrasound, Dating ultrasound
Obstetric ultrasound examination of a single fetus at less than 14 weeks gestation for dating and initial viability assessment.
In Plain Language
Early pregnancy ultrasound; Dating scan under 14 weeks
Clinical Context
Initial ultrasound for pregnancy confirmation, gestational age dating, viability assessment, and evaluation for multiple gestations.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.97 |
| Total RVU | 0.97 |
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 0.97, this code ranks in the 56th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.2x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76801?
CPT 76801 (Ob ultrasound < 14 wks single fetus) is a Radiology code. Obstetric ultrasound examination of a single fetus at less than 14 weeks gestation for dating and initial viability assessment.
Who uses CPT code 76801?
CPT 76801 is used by Radiology, Obstetrics, Gynecology. Initial ultrasound for pregnancy confirmation, gestational age dating, viability assessment, and evaluation for multiple gestations.
When is CPT 76801 used?
Initial ultrasound for pregnancy confirmation, gestational age dating, viability assessment, and evaluation for multiple gestations.
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