76821 Middle cerebral artery echo
Radiology
Also known as: Middle cerebral artery Doppler, MCA Doppler
Obstetric Doppler ultrasound examination of middle cerebral artery to assess fetal intracranial blood flow.
Clinical Context
Assessment of middle cerebral artery peak systolic velocity to evaluate for fetal anemia, hypoxia, and intrauterine growth restriction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.68 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.98 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 2.70 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$90.18
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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