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93355 Echo transesophageal (tee)

Medicine

Also known as: TEE, transesophageal echo, comprehensive TEE

Transesophageal echocardiography with comprehensive real-time imaging of cardiac structures, providing detailed assessment of anatomy, function, and blood flow patterns.

Clinical Context

Gold standard for evaluating endocarditis, assessing valve pathology, detecting thrombi, evaluating structural abnormalities, and guiding interventional procedures. Superior image quality compared to transthoracic approach, especially in obese or mechanically ventilated patients.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU4.54
Practice Expense RVU0.87
Malpractice RVU0.34
Total RVU5.75

Est. Medicare Payment

$192.05

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

CardiologyCardiac SurgeryInternal Medicine

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.