9006F Sympt sten-tia/strk<120days
Also known as: sympt carotid stenosis, recent stroke/TIA
Performance measure indicating symptomatic carotid stenosis with transient ischemic attack or stroke within 120 days documented on imaging.
In Plain Language
narrowed neck artery with stroke symptoms; recent mini-stroke with vessel narrowing; active carotid disease
Clinical Context
Quality measure tracking carotid disease with recent neurological events requiring urgent intervention planning and intensive risk reduction.
RVU Information
CPT 9006F does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Documentation should include the clinical indication, service details, and any applicable performance metrics. Coverage may vary by payer — verify acceptance before billing.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 9006F?
CPT 9006F (Sympt sten-tia/strk<120days) is a Other code. Performance measure indicating symptomatic carotid stenosis with transient ischemic attack or stroke within 120 days documented on imaging.
Who uses CPT code 9006F?
CPT 9006F is used by Vascular Surgery, Neurology, Cardiology. Quality measure tracking carotid disease with recent neurological events requiring urgent intervention planning and intensive risk reduction.
When is CPT 9006F used?
Quality measure tracking carotid disease with recent neurological events requiring urgent intervention planning and intensive risk reduction.
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