93318 Echo transesophageal intraop
Also known as: Intraoperative TEE, intraop echo, surgical TEE
Transesophageal echocardiography performed during surgery, providing intraoperative real-time ultrasound imaging of cardiac structures from within the esophagus for guidance during cardiac procedures.
Clinical Context
Essential during cardiac surgery to assess cardiac function, guide interventions, verify repair adequacy, and detect complications in real time. Used extensively in valve surgery, congenital heart repair, and coronary artery bypass grafting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 2.15 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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