93931 Upper extremity study
Also known as: limited upper extremity duplex, focused arm study, targeted upper extremity scan
Duplex ultrasound scan of upper extremity arteries performed as a limited study of specific segments.
In Plain Language
partial arm blood vessel ultrasound; focused upper arm assessment
Clinical Context
Used for targeted evaluation when hemodynamically significant disease is known or for surveillance of previously identified stenosis or fistula complications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 0.49 |
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 0.49, this code ranks in the 33rd percentile among Medicine codes — 1.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93931?
CPT 93931 (Upper extremity study) is a Medicine code. Duplex ultrasound scan of upper extremity arteries performed as a limited study of specific segments.
Who uses CPT code 93931?
CPT 93931 is used by Vascular Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology. Used for targeted evaluation when hemodynamically significant disease is known or for surveillance of previously identified stenosis or fistula complications.
When is CPT 93931 used?
Used for targeted evaluation when hemodynamically significant disease is known or for surveillance of previously identified stenosis or fistula complications.
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