76942 Echo guide for biopsy
Also known as: Echo guided biopsy, Ultrasound guided biopsy
Echocardiography guidance for biopsy procedure including ultrasound visualization and needle positioning.
In Plain Language
Ultrasound guided tissue sample; Sound wave guided biopsy
Clinical Context
Ultrasound guidance for tissue biopsy from various organs including liver, kidney, pancreas, or other structures.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.65 |
| Total RVU | 0.65 |
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 0.65, this code ranks in the 40th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.2x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76942?
CPT 76942 (Echo guide for biopsy) is a Radiology code. Echocardiography guidance for biopsy procedure including ultrasound visualization and needle positioning.
Who uses CPT code 76942?
CPT 76942 is used by Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Pathology. Ultrasound guidance for tissue biopsy from various organs including liver, kidney, pancreas, or other structures.
When is CPT 76942 used?
Ultrasound guidance for tissue biopsy from various organs including liver, kidney, pancreas, or other structures.
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