76989 Diagnosis intraop epcar ultrasound chd i & r
Also known as: Intraop epicardial echo review, Real-time epicardial imaging
Diagnostic intraoperative epicardial echocardiography imaging and real-time review for congenital heart disease (CHD).
In Plain Language
Heart imaging with live review during surgery; Direct heart ultrasound interpretation
Clinical Context
Intraoperative epicardial ultrasound with real-time interpretation and review during congenital heart surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.70 |
| Total RVU | 0.70 |
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 0.70, this code ranks in the 44th 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 76989?
CPT 76989 (Diagnosis intraop epcar ultrasound chd i & r) is a Radiology code. Diagnostic intraoperative epicardial echocardiography imaging and real-time review for congenital heart disease (CHD).
Who uses CPT code 76989?
CPT 76989 is used by Radiology, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, Anesthesiology. Intraoperative epicardial ultrasound with real-time interpretation and review during congenital heart surgery.
When is CPT 76989 used?
Intraoperative epicardial ultrasound with real-time interpretation and review during congenital heart surgery.
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