Ultrasound Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) - JF Part B
Ultrasound Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
HCPCS/CPT Codes
76706 - Ultrasound, abdominal aorta, real time with image documentation, screening study for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)
Frequency
Once in a lifetime
Coverage
Beneficiaries must meet both of the following criteria:
- Certain risk factors for AAA
- Family history
- Male between ages of 65 and 75 who smoked at least 100 cigarettes during his lifetime
- Manifests other risk factors
- Receive referral from physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or clinical nurse specialist
Payment
Copayment/coinsurance waived; Deductible waived
Noridian Medicare Portal
Yes - 76706
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