75889 Vein x-ray liver with hemodynam
Also known as: transjugular hepatic venography, TJHV, transjugular portal pressure
Radiographic imaging of liver veins with hemodynamic measurements via transjugular approach to assess portal hypertension and liver dysfunction.
In Plain Language
liver vein X-ray through neck vein; liver pressure measurement via neck
Clinical Context
Evaluates portal hypertension severity via transjugular venography with hemodynamic pressure measurement for risk stratification.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.11 |
| Total RVU | 1.11 |
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 1.11, 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 75889?
CPT 75889 (Vein x-ray liver with hemodynam) is a Radiology code. Radiographic imaging of liver veins with hemodynamic measurements via transjugular approach to assess portal hypertension and liver dysfunction.
Who uses CPT code 75889?
CPT 75889 is used by Radiology, Hepatology. Evaluates portal hypertension severity via transjugular venography with hemodynamic pressure measurement for risk stratification.
When is CPT 75889 used?
Evaluates portal hypertension severity via transjugular venography with hemodynamic pressure measurement for risk stratification.
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