List With CPT Codes For Retroperitoneal Ultrasound (Complete/Limited

There are three CPT codes that can be used for complete or limited ultrasound procedures of the retroperitoneal area. Be aware that you can only bill the CPT codes below if the exam was limited to the retroperitoneal structures. A complete or limited ultrasound has to be billed with CPT 76700, CPT 76705, or 76706.

CPT Code 76770

Long description: Ultrasound, retroperitoneal [eg, renal, aorta, nodes], real time with image documentation; complete.

Short description: Complete retroperitoneal ultrasound.

CPT Code 76775

Long description: Ultrasound, retroperitoneal [eg, renal, aorta, nodes], real time with image documentation; limited.

Short description: Limited retroperitoneal ultrasound.

CPT Code 76776

Long description: Ultrasound, transplanted kidney, real time and duplex Doppler with image documentation.

Short description: Ultrasound, transplanted kidney.

Source: https://www.cms.gov/medicare-coverage-database/view/article.aspx?articleId=55336

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CPT Code 76770

CPT Code 76775

CPT Code 76776

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