76818 Fetal biophys profile with nst
Also known as: Biophysical profile with NST, BPP with NST
Fetal biophysical profile ultrasound examination with non-stress testing (NST) to assess fetal well-being.
In Plain Language
Baby health check with heart rate monitor; Fetal well-being score
Clinical Context
Assessment of fetal movement, tone, breathing, amniotic fluid, and reactivity via non-stress testing for evaluation of fetal well-being in high-risk pregnancies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.02 |
| Total RVU | 1.02 |
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 1.02, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.3x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76818?
CPT 76818 (Fetal biophys profile with nst) is a Radiology code. Fetal biophysical profile ultrasound examination with non-stress testing (NST) to assess fetal well-being.
Who uses CPT code 76818?
CPT 76818 is used by Radiology, Obstetrics, Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Assessment of fetal movement, tone, breathing, amniotic fluid, and reactivity via non-stress testing for evaluation of fetal well-being in high-risk pregnancies.
When is CPT 76818 used?
Assessment of fetal movement, tone, breathing, amniotic fluid, and reactivity via non-stress testing for evaluation of fetal well-being in high-risk pregnancies.
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