93880 Extracranial bilateral study
Also known as: carotid duplex, extracranial duplex scan, bilateral carotid ultrasound
Duplex scan of extracranial arteries performed bilaterally on both sides of the head and neck to evaluate carotid and vertebral artery patency and hemodynamics.
Clinical Context
Used to detect carotid artery stenosis, dissection, or occlusion in patients with stroke risk factors, prior transient ischemic attack, or cerebrovascular symptoms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.78 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.78 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.10 |
| Total RVU | 5.66 |
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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