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75840 Vein x-ray adrenal gland

Radiology

Also known as: adrenal venography, adrenal vein sampling, AVS

Radiographic imaging of the adrenal gland venous drainage using contrast medium to assess adrenal venous anatomy and blood sampling.

In Plain Language

adrenal gland vein X-ray; adrenal vein imaging

Clinical Context

Evaluates primary aldosteronism lateralization, pheochromocytoma location, and adrenal vein thrombosis via selective venography.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.11
Total RVU1.11

Est. Medicare Payment

$37.07

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 1.11, this code ranks in the 63rd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.4x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

RadiologyEndocrinology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 75840?

CPT 75840 (Vein x-ray adrenal gland) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of the adrenal gland venous drainage using contrast medium to assess adrenal venous anatomy and blood sampling.

Who uses CPT code 75840?

CPT 75840 is used by Radiology, Endocrinology. Evaluates primary aldosteronism lateralization, pheochromocytoma location, and adrenal vein thrombosis via selective venography.

When is CPT 75840 used?

Evaluates primary aldosteronism lateralization, pheochromocytoma location, and adrenal vein thrombosis via selective venography.

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