93317 Echo transesophageal
Also known as: TEE, transesophageal echo, esophageal ultrasound
Transesophageal echocardiography performed at rest, providing real-time ultrasound imaging of cardiac structures from within the esophagus for comprehensive cardiac evaluation.
In Plain Language
heart ultrasound from the throat; tube ultrasound of the heart; internal heart imaging
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate cardiac structure and function, assess valves, and detect thrombi or vegetations when transthoracic imaging is inadequate. Common in intraoperative monitoring, endocarditis evaluation, and assessment of atrial fibrillation-related complications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.84 |
| Total RVU | 1.84 |
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 1.84, this code ranks in the 75th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.4x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93317?
CPT 93317 (Echo transesophageal) is a Medicine code. Transesophageal echocardiography performed at rest, providing real-time ultrasound imaging of cardiac structures from within the esophagus for comprehensive cardiac evaluation.
Who uses CPT code 93317?
CPT 93317 is used by Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery, Anesthesiology. Used to evaluate cardiac structure and function, assess valves, and detect thrombi or vegetations when transthoracic imaging is inadequate. Common in intraoperative monitoring, endocarditis evaluation, and assessment of atrial fibrillation-related complications.
When is CPT 93317 used?
Used to evaluate cardiac structure and function, assess valves, and detect thrombi or vegetations when transthoracic imaging is inadequate. Common in intraoperative monitoring, endocarditis evaluation, and assessment of atrial fibrillation-related complications.
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