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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 76882 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures subgroup.
Us Lmtd Jt Fcl Evl Nvasc Xtr, Ultrasound Limited Joint Or Focal Evaluation Of Other Nonvascular Extremity Structure S Eg Joint Space Peri Articular Tendon S Muscle S Nerve S Other Soft Tissue Structure S Or Soft Tissue Mass Es Real Time With Image Documentation
| 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 RT - Right side of body |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $32.07 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 76882 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $51.80 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 76882 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 76882 by major payers:
$77.92
BCBS / Anthem
$55.85
UnitedHealthcare
$60.53
Aetna
$80.19
Cigna
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CPT 76882
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Geoffrey Wong
New York Queens Medicine And Surgery PC
$104.33Published rateCharleston Radiologists PA
Charleston Radiologists, P.A.
$71.54Published rateZahir Rahman
$60.23Published rateNidhi Mehta
Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.
$27.30Published rateMaria Teaiwa-Rutherford
St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital Center
$11.14Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 76882 vs. Other Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 76882. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 76536-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Of Head And Neck, Ultrasound (Images With Sound Waves) Of The Thyroid Parathyroid Or Parotid Glands. These Glands Are In The Neck And Mouth. |
| 76604-CPT | Low | Ultrasou Chst (Inclu Mediastinum) Real Time W/ Image Documen, Ultrasound Chest (Includes Mediastinum) Real Time With Image Documen |
| 76881-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Complete Joint(Ie Joint Space And Peri-Articular Soft Tissue Structure(S) Relat-Time Wi Th Image Documentation (Desc Revised 1/1/2018) |
| 76882-CPT | Low | Us Lmtd Jt Fcl Evl Nvasc Xtr, Ultrasound Limited Joint Or Focal Evaluation Of Other Nonvascular Extremity Structure S Eg Joint Space Peri Articular Tendon S Muscle S Nerve S Other Soft Tissue Structure S Or Soft Tissue Mass Es 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 76882. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
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Frequently Asked Questions
CPT 76882 is a diagnostic ultrasound procedure code designated as a moderate-complexity encounter. The key distinctions between CPT 76882 and other diagnostic ultrasound codes are primarily related to the increased provider time required, the greater complexity of medical decision-making involved, and the more extensive documentation necessary. Procedures coded as 76882 typically involve scenarios with multiple diagnoses, medication management, or complex test interpretations, demanding more in-depth assessment and interpretation from the provider. In contrast, lower-level diagnostic ultrasound codes generally require less provider time and simpler medical decision-making. This elevated complexity for CPT 76882 often correlates with higher reimbursement rates and mandates comprehensive documentation to justify the services rendered.