A patient is referred for a renal ultrasound following transplantation of his right kidney 6 months ago. The patient's creatinine clearance is elevated and the scan is directed to the renal vein only. Select the appropriate CPT code.

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CPT code 76775 is correct because it refers to a limited or follow-up ultrasound of the abdomen, which would be appropriate for a focused examination like checking the renal vein after a kidney transplant.

A Patient Is Referred for a Renal Ultrasound Following Transplantation