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Mini C-Arm Reimbursement Calculator

Q: Does Medicare reimburse for mini C-arm fluoroscopy procedures?

Yes. Medicare reimburses for fluoroscopy-guided procedures performed in office-based settings under the Physician Fee Schedule. Practices that own a mini C-arm and perform procedures in-office capture both the professional and technical components of reimbursement, which is significantly higher than the professional component alone when procedures are performed at a hospital or ASC. Rates are updated annually by CMS.

Q: What CPT codes are used for mini C-arm billing?

The primary stand-alone fluoroscopy codes are CPT 76000 (fluoroscopy up to 1 hour, $42.75 national average in 2026) and CPT 77002 (fluoroscopic needle guidance, $116.27). Radiologic examination codes for extremities include 73030 (shoulder), 73100 and 73110 (wrist), 73120 and 73130 (hand), 73140 (finger), 73560 (knee), 73600 and 73610 (ankle), 77071 (stress views), and 77077 (joint survey). Note that fluoroscopy is bundled into many surgical codes and cannot always be billed separately — verify with your billing team.

Q: How quickly does a mini C-arm pay for itself?

Most active practices break even on a refurbished mini C-arm within 6 to 18 months by capturing fluoroscopy reimbursement that previously went to imaging centers or hospitals. A busy orthopedic or podiatry practice performing 150–200 fluoroscopy-guided procedures per month can generate $8,000–$12,000 or more in monthly revenue from the equipment. Use the calculator above to model your specific procedure mix and break-even timeline.

Q: Does a refurbished mini C-arm qualify for the Section 179 tax deduction?

Yes. Under the 2026 tax rules established by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (signed July 4, 2025), both new and refurbished mini C-arms qualify for the Section 179 deduction up to $2,560,000, plus 100% bonus depreciation. The deduction applies whether you purchase outright or finance the equipment, and must be placed in service by December 31, 2026. Consult a qualified tax advisor for your specific situation.

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Procedure	CPT	2026 Rate	Monthly Rev.
Fluoroscopy guidance (≤1 hr)	76000	$42.75	$0
Shoulder X-ray (2+ views)	73030	$35.08	$0
Wrist X-ray (2 views)	73100	$34.08	$0
Wrist X-ray (3+ views)	73110	$41.43	$0
Knee X-ray (1–2 views)	73560	$34.42	$0
Ankle X-ray (2 views)	73600	$32.41	$0
Stress views	77071	$55.13	$0

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Section 179 Tax Savings — 2026

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (July 4, 2025) expanded the 2026 limit to $2,560,000 with 100% bonus depreciation — new and refurbished, financed or purchased. Full 2026 guide →

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2026 Medicare Rate Reference

National averages — CMS CY 2026 PFS Final Rule (CMS-1832-F). Non-qualifying APM conversion factor: $33.40. Rates vary by locality.

CPT	Description	Global	Prof.	Technical
Fluoroscopy
76000	Fluoroscopy, up to 1 hour	$42.75	$14.70	$28.07
77002	Fluoroscopic needle guidance	$116.27	$26.40	$89.87
Upper Extremity
73030	Shoulder, 2+ views	$35.08	$8.84	$26.08
73100	Wrist, 2 views	$34.08	$8.02	$26.08
73110	Wrist, 3+ views	$41.43	$8.35	$33.08
73120	Hand, 2 views	$31.75	$8.02	$23.74
73130	Hand, 3+ views	$37.42	$8.35	$29.07
73140	Finger(s), 2+ views	$38.43	$6.69	$31.74
Lower Extremity
73560	Knee, 1–2 views	$34.42	$8.02	$26.41
73600	Ankle, 2 views	$32.41	$7.69	$24.74
73610	Ankle, 3+ views	$36.76	$8.35	$28.41
Bone / Joint Studies
77071	Stress views	$55.13	$55.13	N/A
77077	Joint survey, 2+ joints	$47.12	$16.38	$30.74

Source: CMS CY 2026 PFS Final Rule (CMS-1832-F), effective January 1, 2026. RVU base from Hologic 2024 Extremity Imaging Coding Guide adjusted to 2026 conversion factor. CPT codes © American Medical Association. Verify rates with your billing team and payer contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Medicare reimburse for mini C-arm fluoroscopy procedures? +

Yes. Medicare reimburses for fluoroscopy-guided procedures in office-based settings under the Physician Fee Schedule. Practices that own a mini C-arm capture both the professional and technical components of reimbursement — significantly more than the professional component alone when procedures are sent to a hospital or ASC. Rates are updated annually by CMS.

What CPT codes are used for mini C-arm billing? +

The primary stand-alone codes are CPT 76000 (fluoroscopy up to 1 hour, $42.75 national average in 2026) and CPT 77002 (fluoroscopic needle guidance, $116.27). Extremity radiologic codes include 73030 (shoulder), 73100/73110 (wrist), 73120/73130 (hand), 73140 (finger), 73560 (knee), 73600/73610 (ankle), 77071 (stress views), and 77077 (joint survey). Fluoroscopy is bundled into many surgical codes and cannot always be billed separately — verify NCCI edits with your billing team.

How quickly does a mini C-arm pay for itself? +

Most active practices break even within 6 to 18 months by capturing reimbursement that previously went to imaging centers or hospitals. A busy orthopedic or podiatry practice performing 150–200 fluoroscopy-guided procedures per month can generate $8,000–$12,000 or more in monthly revenue. Use the calculator above to model your specific procedure mix and break-even timeline.

Does a refurbished mini C-arm qualify for the Section 179 tax deduction? +

Yes. Under 2026 tax rules established by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (signed July 4, 2025), both new and refurbished mini C-arms qualify for Section 179 up to $2,560,000, plus 100% bonus depreciation. The deduction applies whether you purchase outright or finance, and the equipment must be placed in service by December 31, 2026. Consult a qualified tax advisor for your specific situation.

What is the 2026 Medicare conversion factor for the Physician Fee Schedule? +

For 2026, CMS established two conversion factors for the first time: $33.57 for qualifying APM participants and $33.40 for non-qualifying APM participants, effective January 1, 2026 per the CY 2026 PFS Final Rule (CMS-1832-F). The rates in this calculator use $33.40, which applies to most independent orthopedic, podiatric, and pain management practices.

Disclaimer

This calculator is for general informational and illustrative purposes only. All figures are estimates based on 2026 CMS national average Medicare rates and do not represent actual reimbursement you will receive. Reimbursement varies by geographic locality, payer, contract terms, procedure coding, and clinical documentation. Many fluoroscopy services are bundled into surgical codes and are not separately billable — consult your billing team and review NCCI edits before billing. Tax savings estimates are illustrative only and do not constitute tax or financial advice; consult a qualified CPA or tax advisor. Minicarm.com makes no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy of these estimates and is not liable for any decisions made based on this tool.

CPT rate data compiled and maintained by Christopher Bacon, Co-Founder of Orthoscan and President of Minicarm.com. Updated March 2026 from CMS CY 2026 PFS Final Rule (CMS-1832-F).