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See a sample rate comparisonCPT 76857 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures subgroup.
| 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 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $51.10 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 76857 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $41.235 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 76857 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 76857 by major payers:

$65.15
BCBS / Anthem

$74.80
UnitedHealthcare

$75.85
Aetna

$84.10
Cigna
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 76857 vs. Other Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 76857. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 76830-CPT | Low | Vaginal Ultrasound, Ultrasound (Sound Wave Images) Of The Reproductive System Taken By Inserting A Hand-Held Probe Into The Vagina. |
| 76831-CPT | Low | Uterus Ultrasound Enhanced, Ultrasound (Sound Wave Images) Taken Of The Uterus. Saltwater (Saline) Is Given To Highlight Parts Of The Video. |
| 76856-CPT | Low | Ultrasou Pelvic (Nonobstetric) Real Time W/ Image Documnt;, Ultrasound Pelvic (Nonobstetric) Real Time With Image Documentation; |
| 76857-CPT | Low | Echography Pelvic (Nonobstetr, Echography Pelvic (Nonobstetric) B-Scan Andor Real Timewith Image Documentation Limited Or Follow-Up (Eg For Follicles) |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 76857. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 76857 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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