Radiology · CMS status A
76830
Transvaginal ultrasound
Ultrasound of the pelvis, transvaginal approach. CMS 2026 global wRVU 0.69, total RVU approximately 2.25, Medicare global allowable approximately $75. The first-line gynecologic and early-OB imaging study, also used for urologic and bladder evaluation.
Work RVU
0.69
2026 Medicare pays
$75.15
National GPCI · non-facility · CF $33.4009
RVU anatomyWork 0.69 + Practice 1.51 + Malpractice 0.05 = 2.25 total
Work (your effort)Practice expenseMalpractice
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Common modifiers
26TC
Common ICD-10 pairings
N93.9N95.0O00.1N83.20Z30.430
Payer notes
Medicare and commercial payers cover 76830 with appropriate indication. The procedure is patient-positioning intensive; document patient consent for the transvaginal approach. Some commercial payers cover OB-related transvaginal US under maternity benefits with different copay; verify benefits when the indication is pregnancy-related.
Pairs well with
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