93740 Temperature gradient studies
Also known as: Temperature gradient study, skin temperature assessment, thermal imaging
Temperature gradient studies measuring dermal temperature differences to assess peripheral perfusion and vascular insufficiency.
In Plain Language
skin temperature measurement; blood flow assessment test; perfusion evaluation
Clinical Context
Non-invasive assessment of peripheral perfusion and vascular insufficiency through temperature gradient measurement. Useful for claudication and ischemic pain evaluation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.16 |
| Total RVU | 0.16 |
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 0.16, this code ranks in the 5th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.9x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93740?
CPT 93740 (Temperature gradient studies) is a Medicine code. Temperature gradient studies measuring dermal temperature differences to assess peripheral perfusion and vascular insufficiency.
Who uses CPT code 93740?
CPT 93740 is used by Cardiology, Vascular Medicine, Internal Medicine. Non-invasive assessment of peripheral perfusion and vascular insufficiency through temperature gradient measurement. Useful for claudication and ischemic pain evaluation.
When is CPT 93740 used?
Non-invasive assessment of peripheral perfusion and vascular insufficiency through temperature gradient measurement. Useful for claudication and ischemic pain evaluation.
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