75833 Vein x-ray kidneys
Also known as: bilateral renal venography, bilateral kidney vein imaging
Radiographic imaging of bilateral renal veins using contrast medium to assess bilateral renal venous drainage and thrombosis.
In Plain Language
both kidney vein X-ray; bilateral kidney vein imaging
Clinical Context
Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral renal vein thrombosis, renal vein stenosis, and comparison of bilateral renal venous anatomy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.45 |
| Total RVU | 1.45 |
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 1.45, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Radiology codes — 1.8x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75833?
CPT 75833 (Vein x-ray kidneys) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of bilateral renal veins using contrast medium to assess bilateral renal venous drainage and thrombosis.
Who uses CPT code 75833?
CPT 75833 is used by Radiology, Urology. Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral renal vein thrombosis, renal vein stenosis, and comparison of bilateral renal venous anatomy.
When is CPT 75833 used?
Comprehensive evaluation of bilateral renal vein thrombosis, renal vein stenosis, and comparison of bilateral renal venous anatomy.
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