Ultrasound of the Buttock

[jo.reed@owensborohealth.org]

We are having a question as to the correct CPT code to use for ultrasound of the buttock - some information I am seeing is that some are using 76857 while others are using 76705 - which would be the correct code

 

[jbaird]

Hello,

I use 76857 for ultrasound of the buttock.

I have found this list to be helpful:

https://www.rbma.org/CPT_Codes/

Please note, some of the codes on that link are outdated, but it helps as a starting point for body areas without specific CPT codes for ultrasound.

 

[Eljones]

Us buttock is 76857

According to the ACR, Ultrasound Coding User's Guide (2016), soft tissue ultrasound is coded based on the region of the body:
Buttock 76857