93585 Vngrph chd azygs/hemiazygs
Also known as: Azygos vein imaging, azygos angiography, hemiazygos imaging
Ventriculography and angiography during congenital heart catheterization to visualize anomalous azygos and hemiazygos venous connections.
In Plain Language
backup vein pictures; azygos vessel imaging; unusual vein connection visualization
Clinical Context
Demonstrates anomalous azygos and hemiazygos venous return in heterotaxy syndrome and other complex congenital cases. Important for understanding systemic venous drainage patterns.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.10 |
| Total RVU | 1.10 |
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 1.10, this code ranks in the 60th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.4x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93585?
CPT 93585 (Vngrph chd azygs/hemiazygs) is a Medicine code. Ventriculography and angiography during congenital heart catheterization to visualize anomalous azygos and hemiazygos venous connections.
Who uses CPT code 93585?
CPT 93585 is used by Pediatric Cardiology, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery. Demonstrates anomalous azygos and hemiazygos venous return in heterotaxy syndrome and other complex congenital cases. Important for understanding systemic venous drainage patterns.
When is CPT 93585 used?
Demonstrates anomalous azygos and hemiazygos venous return in heterotaxy syndrome and other complex congenital cases. Important for understanding systemic venous drainage patterns.
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