73706 CT angio lower extr without & with dye
Also known as: Lower extremity CTA, Leg CTA, Lower extremity vascular CT
Computed tomographic angiography of the lower extremity with non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
In Plain Language
CT scan of lower leg blood vessels
Clinical Context
Evaluates lower extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.85 |
| Total RVU | 1.85 |
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 1.85, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Radiology codes — 2.3x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 73706?
CPT 73706 (CT angio lower extr without & with dye) is a Radiology code. Computed tomographic angiography of the lower extremity with non-contrast and contrast-enhanced sequences to visualize arterial and venous vasculature.
Who uses CPT code 73706?
CPT 73706 is used by Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Radiology. Evaluates lower extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
When is CPT 73706 used?
Evaluates lower extremity vascular injury, arterial stenosis, venous thrombosis, deep vein thrombosis, and peripheral arterial disease.
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