75741 Artery x-rays lung
Also known as: pulmonary angiography, pulmonary artery imaging, lung vessel study
Angiographic radiographic imaging of pulmonary arteries to assess lung vasculature and screen for pulmonary arterial hypertension or pulmonary embolism.
In Plain Language
lung blood vessel X-ray; lung vessel imaging
Clinical Context
Evaluates pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary vasculitis, and lung masses; provides definitive assessment of pulmonary vascular disease.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.28 |
| Total RVU | 1.28 |
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 1.28, this code ranks in the 71st percentile among Radiology codes — 1.6x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75741?
CPT 75741 (Artery x-rays lung) is a Radiology code. Angiographic radiographic imaging of pulmonary arteries to assess lung vasculature and screen for pulmonary arterial hypertension or pulmonary embolism.
Who uses CPT code 75741?
CPT 75741 is used by Radiology, Pulmonology. Evaluates pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary vasculitis, and lung masses; provides definitive assessment of pulmonary vascular disease.
When is CPT 75741 used?
Evaluates pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary vasculitis, and lung masses; provides definitive assessment of pulmonary vascular disease.
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