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75880 Vein x-ray eye socket

Radiology

Also known as: orbital venography, eye socket vein imaging, ophthalmic venography

Radiographic imaging of veins in the orbit (eye socket) using contrast medium to assess orbital venous drainage and venous abnormalities.

In Plain Language

eye socket vein X-ray; orbital vein imaging

Clinical Context

Evaluates orbital venous obstruction, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and orbital venous malformations.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.68
Total RVU0.68

Est. Medicare Payment

$22.71

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 0.68, this code ranks in the 43rd percentile among Radiology codes — 1.2x below the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.

Specialties

RadiologyOphthalmology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 75880?

CPT 75880 (Vein x-ray eye socket) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of veins in the orbit (eye socket) using contrast medium to assess orbital venous drainage and venous abnormalities.

Who uses CPT code 75880?

CPT 75880 is used by Radiology, Ophthalmology. Evaluates orbital venous obstruction, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and orbital venous malformations.

When is CPT 75880 used?

Evaluates orbital venous obstruction, cavernous sinus thrombosis, and orbital venous malformations.

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