In simple words: This ultrasound exam uses sound waves to create pictures of your transplanted kidney and check the blood flow to ensure it's working properly.

This code represents a comprehensive ultrasound evaluation of a transplanted kidney, utilizing both real-time imaging to visualize the kidney's structure and duplex Doppler to assess blood flow within the organ and its associated vessels. The procedure includes a final written report and image documentation. It's crucial for monitoring the health and function of the transplanted kidney, evaluating vascular patency, and detecting potential complications.

Example 1: A patient with a recent kidney transplant presents for a follow-up evaluation. Code 76776 is used to assess the kidney's blood flow and overall function., A patient with a transplanted kidney experiences decreased urine output. Code 76776 is used to evaluate for vascular complications, such as stenosis or thrombosis., A patient with a history of kidney transplant presents with abdominal pain. Code 76776 is used to rule out rejection or other post-transplant complications.

Documentation should include real-time images with measurements where clinically indicated, a final written report detailing the evaluation, a description of the visualized elements or reasons for non-visualization, and documentation of the duplex Doppler assessment of blood flow.