73206 CT angio upper extrm without & with dye
Also known as: Upper extremity CTA, Arm CTA, Upper extremity vascular CT
Computed tomographic angiography of the upper extremity with non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
In Plain Language
CT scan of upper arm blood vessels
Clinical Context
Evaluates upper extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, and vascular malformations. Increasingly replaces conventional angiography.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.76 |
| Total RVU | 1.76 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.76, this code ranks in the 85th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.2x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 73206?
CPT 73206 (CT angio upper extrm without & with dye) is a Radiology code. Computed tomographic angiography of the upper extremity with non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
Who uses CPT code 73206?
CPT 73206 is used by Radiology, Trauma Surgery, Vascular Surgery. Evaluates upper extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, and vascular malformations. Increasingly replaces conventional angiography.
When is CPT 73206 used?
Evaluates upper extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, and vascular malformations. Increasingly replaces conventional angiography.
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