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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 76706 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures subgroup.
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| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component TC - Technical component |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $105.88 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 76706 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $85.315 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 76706 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 76706 by major payers:
$129.80
BCBS / Anthem
$127.62
UnitedHealthcare
$127.56
Aetna
$159.99
Cigna
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CPT 76706
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Jeffrey Williams
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$184.80Published rateDaniel Dudziak
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$134.39Published rateChristopher Raio
Samaritan Emergency Medical Services PC
$122.22Published rateHumayun Jamidar
Cardiology Physicians PA
$66.50Published rateAshraf Jmeian
Southwest Volusia Healthcare Corporation
$23.89Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 76706 vs. Other Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 76706. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 76700-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Abdominal |
| 76705-CPT | Low | Echography Abdominal B-Scan, Echography Abdominal B-Scan Andor Real Time With Imagedocumentation Limited (Eg Single Organ Quadrant Follow-Up) |
| 76706-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Abdominal Aorta R, Ultrasound Abdominal Aorta Real Time With Image Documentation Screening Study For Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (Aaa) |
| 76856-CPT | Low | Ultrasou Pelvic (Nonobstetric) Real Time W/ Image Documnt;, Ultrasound Pelvic (Nonobstetric) Real Time With Image Documentation; |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 76706. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 76706 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Frequently Asked Questions
CPT 76706 is a diagnostic ultrasound procedure code classified under Radiology Procedures, representing a moderate-complexity encounter. It differs from other diagnostic ultrasound codes primarily based on the time spent during the procedure, the level of medical decision-making involved, and the specific documentation requirements. This code typically includes situations with multiple diagnoses, medication management, or detailed test interpretation, which generally leads to higher reimbursement and more extensive documentation compared to simpler ultrasound codes. For specific details on reimbursement rates based on your location and specific payer, it is recommended to consult a specialized tool like Payerprice.