Wiki Cpt code for soft tissue ultrasound of abdomen

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What would be the best CPT code for an ultrasound of a soft tissue mass on the lower abdomen? Would 76705 work, or is that for organs only? 76882 was my first choice but the wording is confusing, does it just apply to extremities ?
 
Yes 76705 would be appropriate.
See Medlearn's Radiology Question of the week Feb 12,2018:
The American Medical Association and American College of Radiology have recommended the following codes for soft tissue ultrasounds:

CodeSoft tissue area
76536Neck
76882Upper extremity
76882Axilla
76604-52Chest wall
76604-52Upper back
76705Lower back
76705Abdominal wall
76882Nerves, peripheral
76857Pelvic wall
76587Buttock
76857Penis
76882Groin
76857Perineum
76882Lower extremity
76999Other soft tissue areas
 
Thank you so much Jamie, I really appreciate it! We don't get the soft tissue US often and when we do its usually the extremities, so this list is so very helpful.
 
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