93888 Intracranial limited study
Also known as: limited TCD, focused transcranial Doppler, limited intracranial study
Limited transcranial Doppler ultrasound study of intracranial arteries performed on selected vessels or specific segments.
In Plain Language
focused brain blood flow scan; partial brain vessel ultrasound
Clinical Context
Used for targeted evaluation of specific intracranial vessels when hemodynamic concerns are localized, or for serial monitoring of known vasospasm.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.71 |
| Total RVU | 0.71 |
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 0.71, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.1x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93888?
CPT 93888 (Intracranial limited study) is a Medicine code. Limited transcranial Doppler ultrasound study of intracranial arteries performed on selected vessels or specific segments.
Who uses CPT code 93888?
CPT 93888 is used by Neurology, Vascular Surgery, Radiology. Used for targeted evaluation of specific intracranial vessels when hemodynamic concerns are localized, or for serial monitoring of known vasospasm.
When is CPT 93888 used?
Used for targeted evaluation of specific intracranial vessels when hemodynamic concerns are localized, or for serial monitoring of known vasospasm.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
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.