75803 Lymph vessel x-ray arms/legs
Also known as: bilateral lymphangiography, bilateral lymphatic imaging
Radiographic imaging of lymphatic vessels in bilateral arms and/or legs using contrast medium to visualize bilateral lymphatic drainage patterns.
In Plain Language
lymph vessel X-ray of both arms/legs; bilateral lymphatic drainage imaging
Clinical Context
Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral lymphatic drainage, lymphedema, and lymph node involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.17 |
| Total RVU | 1.17 |
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 1.17, this code ranks in the 67th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75803?
CPT 75803 (Lymph vessel x-ray arms/legs) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of lymphatic vessels in bilateral arms and/or legs using contrast medium to visualize bilateral lymphatic drainage patterns.
Who uses CPT code 75803?
CPT 75803 is used by Radiology, Surgery. Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral lymphatic drainage, lymphedema, and lymph node involvement.
When is CPT 75803 used?
Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral lymphatic drainage, lymphedema, and lymph node involvement.
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