2017 Coding Changes: Abdominal Aorta Ultrasound Screening

New CPT code 76706 will replace HCPCS code G0389 for abdominal aorta ultrasound screening.

CMS allows for one ultrasound screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) for patients with a family history of AAA or for men age 65-75 who have smoked at least 100 cigarettes in their lifetime.

The deductible and coinsurance is waived for this preventive service.

 

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