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Medicare rates as of October 2026
CPT 76982 is classified under Radiology Procedures, in the Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures subgroup.
Ultrasound Imaging, Combines Ultrasound With Sound Waves To Create A Visual Map Showing Stiffness Of Body Tissue. The Imaging Technique Can Show The Difference Between Normal And Abnormal Tissues.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Radiology Procedures Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | XU - Unusual Non-Overlapping Service 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $92.52 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 76982 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $74.715 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 76982 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 76982 by major payers:
$120.37
BCBS / Anthem
$113.97
UnitedHealthcare
$107.89
Aetna
$146.53
Cigna
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CPT 76982
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
Navjot Singh
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$163.19Published rateMark Bocchicchio
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$112.19Published rateHeidi Underwood
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$97.80Published rateJamila Watkins
Northern Arizona Healthcare Corporation
$51.00Published rateSunrise Home Health Care Inc.
Sunrise Home Health Care Inc
$28.35Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 76982 vs. Other Diagnostic Ultrasound Procedures Codes
The table lists codes related to 76982. Select one to see its fee schedule.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 76981-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Imaging, Combines Ultrasound With Sound Waves To Create A Visual Map Showing Stiffness Of Body Tissue. The Imaging Technique Can Show The Difference Between Normal And Abnormal Tissues. |
| 76982-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Imaging, Combines Ultrasound With Sound Waves To Create A Visual Map Showing Stiffness Of Body Tissue. The Imaging Technique Can Show The Difference Between Normal And Abnormal Tissues. |
| 76983-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Imaging, Combines Ultrasound With Sound Waves To Create A Visual Map Showing Stiffness Of Body Tissue. The Imaging Technique Can Show The Difference Between Normal And Abnormal Tissues. |
| 77001-CPT | Low | Fluoroguide For Vein Device, Fluoroscopic Guidance For Central Venous Access Device Placement Replacement Catheter Only Or Complete Or Removal Includes Fluoroscopic Guidance For Vascular Access And Catheter Manipulation Any Necessary Contrast Injections Through Access Site Or Catheter With Related Venography Radiologic Supervision And Interpretation And Radiographic Documentation Of Final Catheter Position List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure |
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