76999 Echo examination procedure
Also known as: Unlisted echo, Unlisted ultrasound
Unlisted echocardiography or ultrasound examination procedure code for services not described elsewhere.
In Plain Language
Ultrasound not listed; Special ultrasound procedure
Clinical Context
Used for novel, emerging, or unusual echocardiography or ultrasound procedures not otherwise classified.
RVU Information
CPT 76999 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Radiology category, 7% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 76999?
CPT 76999 (Echo examination procedure) is a Radiology code. Unlisted echocardiography or ultrasound examination procedure code for services not described elsewhere.
Who uses CPT code 76999?
CPT 76999 is used by Radiology, Cardiology. Used for novel, emerging, or unusual echocardiography or ultrasound procedures not otherwise classified.
When is CPT 76999 used?
Used for novel, emerging, or unusual echocardiography or ultrasound procedures not otherwise classified.
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