93970 Extremity study
Medicine
Also known as: venous duplex, DVT ultrasound, venous compression ultrasound
Duplex ultrasound scan of extremity veins to evaluate for deep venous thrombosis, venous insufficiency, or access suitability.
Clinical Context
Used to diagnose deep venous thrombosis, assess chronic venous insufficiency, or evaluate superficial thrombophlebitis in symptomatic patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.68 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.74 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.09 |
| Total RVU | 5.51 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$184.03
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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