93979 Vascular study
Also known as: targeted visceral duplex, limited mesenteric study, focused renal artery scan
Duplex ultrasound scan of visceral blood vessels performed as a limited evaluation of specific abdominal vascular segments.
In Plain Language
specific abdominal artery ultrasound; targeted belly vessel assessment
Clinical Context
Used when prior imaging or clinical suspicion indicates disease in a particular visceral vessel requiring directed ultrasound evaluation.
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 93979?
CPT 93979 (Vascular study) is a Medicine code. Duplex ultrasound scan of visceral blood vessels performed as a limited evaluation of specific abdominal vascular segments.
Who uses CPT code 93979?
CPT 93979 is used by Vascular Surgery, Radiology, Internal Medicine. Used when prior imaging or clinical suspicion indicates disease in a particular visceral vessel requiring directed ultrasound evaluation.
When is CPT 93979 used?
Used when prior imaging or clinical suspicion indicates disease in a particular visceral vessel requiring directed ultrasound evaluation.
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