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76965 Echo guidance radiotherapy

Radiology

Also known as: Echo guided radiotherapy, Ultrasound guided radiation therapy

Echocardiography guidance for radiotherapy treatment planning or delivery including ultrasound-guided targeting.

In Plain Language

Ultrasound guided cancer treatment; Sound wave imaging for radiation therapy

Clinical Context

Ultrasound guidance for positioning and targeting during image-guided radiotherapy for cancer treatment.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.31
Total RVU1.31

Est. Medicare Payment

$43.75

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 1.31, this code ranks in the 72nd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.6x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

RadiologyRadiation OncologyInterventional Radiology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 76965?

CPT 76965 (Echo guidance radiotherapy) is a Radiology code. Echocardiography guidance for radiotherapy treatment planning or delivery including ultrasound-guided targeting.

Who uses CPT code 76965?

CPT 76965 is used by Radiology, Radiation Oncology, Interventional Radiology. Ultrasound guidance for positioning and targeting during image-guided radiotherapy for cancer treatment.

When is CPT 76965 used?

Ultrasound guidance for positioning and targeting during image-guided radiotherapy for cancer treatment.

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