CPT 76016
Mr safety deter phys/qhp
CPT 76016 at a glance
- Code
- 76016
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Mr safety deter phys/qhp
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $43.97 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 76016?
CPT 76016 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Mr safety deter phys/qhp". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 76016 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 76016 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 76016 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 76016?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 76016 is $43.97 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 76016?
CPT 76016 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.