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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 76770 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures subgroup.
Us Exam Abdo Back Wall Comp, Ultrasound Retroperitoneal Eg Renal Aorta Nodes Real Time With Image Documentation Complete
| 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 | $106.22 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 76770 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $86.545 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 76770 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 76770 by major payers:
$132.68
BCBS / Anthem
$138.41
UnitedHealthcare
$149.34
Aetna
$164.30
Cigna
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CPT 76770
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Heeseop Shin
Specialists In Medical Imaging, S.C.
$415.97Published rateCharleston Radiologists PA
Charleston Radiologists, P.A.
$197.16Published rateJennifer Williams
Allina Health System
$132.07Published rateSagar Patel
Multicare Health System
$84.91Published rateNicole Schwab
Allergy & Asthma Of Dupage, S.C.
$32.97Published rate
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The table lists codes related to 76770. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 76770-CPT | Low | Us Exam Abdo Back Wall Comp, Ultrasound Retroperitoneal Eg Renal Aorta Nodes Real Time With Image Documentation Complete |
| 76775-CPT | Low | Echography Retroperitoneal (E, Echography Retroperitoneal (Eg Renal Aorta Nodes)B-Scan Andor Real Time With Image Documentation Limited |
| 76776-CPT | Low | Kidney Transplant Ultrasound, Ultrasound (Sound Wave) Images Of A Transplanted Kidney. Images May Be Taken In Real-Time And Superimposed To Show Movement. |
| 76800-CPT | Low | Echography, Spinal Canal & Contents |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 76770. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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Factors that affect fee schedules
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of medical procedures can vary significantly based on your location, the specific provider, your insurance plan, and other factors. To get an estimate for a specific medical procedure using a CPT code and your location, you can utilize tools like Payerprice. Payerprice offers a fee schedule lookup tool that can help you search for costs based on specific CPT codes and geographical areas, giving you a better understanding of potential expenses.
Several factors influence the price of healthcare services, including the specific provider or facility (e.g., hospital vs. outpatient clinic), geographical location, the complexity of the procedure or service, the type of insurance plan you have (and your deductible, co-pay, or co-insurance), and whether the provider is in-network or out-of-network. Additionally, negotiation power between providers and insurance companies can affect negotiated rates.
Comparing prices for medical services can be challenging due to price variability. However, it's a crucial step for informed healthcare decisions. For a practical way to compare potential costs for services based on CPT codes and specific locations, you can use online tools designed for price transparency. Payerprice, for instance, offers a fee schedule lookup tool that allows users to search for prices by CPT code and location, helping you compare costs across different providers or regions.
CPT stands for Current Procedural Terminology. CPT codes are standardized five-digit alphanumeric codes that describe medical, surgical, and diagnostic services performed by physicians and other healthcare providers. They are essential for medical billing and coding because they ensure consistent reporting of services to insurance companies. When you're looking up the cost of a specific procedure, knowing its CPT code allows you to use tools like Payerprice more effectively to find relevant fee schedule information.
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