75880 Vein x-ray eye socket
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 RVU | 0.68 |
| Total RVU | 0.68 |
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 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
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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