CPT 76816
Follow-up obstetric ultrasound, per fetus
Last reviewed August 2026 · DataLily AI data team
What does CPT 76816 mean?
CPT 76816 reports a follow-up obstetric ultrasound that reassesses a pregnant uterus after an earlier study, with real-time image documentation. It is reported once per fetus examined.
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CPT 76816 at a glance
- Code
- 76816
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Ob us follow-up per fetus
- Category
- ASC Ancillary
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (ancillary)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is CPT code 76816?
CPT 76816 reports a follow-up obstetric ultrasound that reassesses a pregnant uterus after an earlier study, with real-time image documentation. It is reported once per fetus examined. Its official short descriptor is "Ob us follow-up per fetus", and in the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Ancillary.
Is CPT 76816 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 76816 is an ancillary service that can be provided in the ASC setting when it supports a surgical procedure.
Where is CPT 76816 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
Which specialties use CPT 76816?
CPT 76816 is most associated with Diagnostic Radiology.
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