93312 Echo transesophageal
Also known as: TEE with Doppler, transesophageal echo, TEE
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) with comprehensive color Doppler assessment.
In Plain Language
heart ultrasound through throat
Clinical Context
Invasive ultrasound performed via endoscope passed through esophagus providing superior visualization of posterior cardiac structures, particularly atria and valves.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.24 |
| Total RVU | 2.24 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.24, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Medicine codes — 2.9x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93312?
CPT 93312 (Echo transesophageal) is a Medicine code. Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) with comprehensive color Doppler assessment.
Who uses CPT code 93312?
CPT 93312 is used by cardiology, echocardiography, cardiac anesthesia. Invasive ultrasound performed via endoscope passed through esophagus providing superior visualization of posterior cardiac structures, particularly atria and valves.
When is CPT 93312 used?
Invasive ultrasound performed via endoscope passed through esophagus providing superior visualization of posterior cardiac structures, particularly atria and valves.
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