93588 Vngrph chd vnvn cltrl below
Also known as: Infra-atrial collateral imaging, vein-to-vein angiography below atrium, lower collateral pathway visualization
Ventriculography and angiography during congenital heart catheterization to visualize vein-to-vein collateral connections below atrial level.
In Plain Language
vein connection pictures below heart chamber; lower level collateral imaging; bypass vessel visualization
Clinical Context
Characterizes venous collateral pathways bypassing normal venous channels below atrial level in complex congenital disease and post-surgical anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.08 |
| Total RVU | 2.08 |
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 2.08, this code ranks in the 79th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.7x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93588?
CPT 93588 (Vngrph chd vnvn cltrl below) is a Medicine code. Ventriculography and angiography during congenital heart catheterization to visualize vein-to-vein collateral connections below atrial level.
Who uses CPT code 93588?
CPT 93588 is used by Pediatric Cardiology, Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery. Characterizes venous collateral pathways bypassing normal venous channels below atrial level in complex congenital disease and post-surgical anatomy.
When is CPT 93588 used?
Characterizes venous collateral pathways bypassing normal venous channels below atrial level in complex congenital disease and post-surgical anatomy.
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