76828 Echo examination of fetal heart
Also known as: Fetal echo with Doppler, Fetal cardiac Doppler
Echocardiography examination of fetal heart including assessment with Doppler evaluation of cardiac hemodynamics.
In Plain Language
Heart imaging with blood flow measurement; Fetal cardiac hemodynamic assessment
Clinical Context
Fetal cardiac assessment including Doppler measurement of cardiac output, valve flow, and hemodynamic status.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.55 |
| Total RVU | 0.55 |
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 0.55, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.5x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76828?
CPT 76828 (Echo examination of fetal heart) is a Radiology code. Echocardiography examination of fetal heart including assessment with Doppler evaluation of cardiac hemodynamics.
Who uses CPT code 76828?
CPT 76828 is used by Radiology, Obstetrics, Pediatric Cardiology. Fetal cardiac assessment including Doppler measurement of cardiac output, valve flow, and hemodynamic status.
When is CPT 76828 used?
Fetal cardiac assessment including Doppler measurement of cardiac output, valve flow, and hemodynamic status.
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