2025 CPT code 75716
Radiological supervision and interpretation of bilateral extremity angiography.
Modifiers such as 26 (professional component), TC (technical component) can be applied depending on the services provided. Modifier 59 may be necessary to distinguish a separately reportable diagnostic angiography performed during an interventional procedure.
Medical necessity for this procedure must be established by documenting the patient's symptoms, signs, or medical history that warrant imaging of the blood vessels in both extremities. The documentation should support the clinical need for the procedure to aid in diagnosis or treatment planning.
The radiologist supervises the procedure, including the placement of catheters, injection of contrast material, and image acquisition. The radiologist then interprets the images to diagnose conditions affecting the blood vessels in the extremities.
In simple words: This procedure uses X-rays and dye to create images of the blood vessels in both arms or both legs. A radiologist oversees the process and interprets the images.
This code describes the radiological supervision and interpretation of a bilateral extremity angiography, which involves imaging the blood vessels in both arms or legs using contrast dye and X-rays.
Example 1: A patient presents with symptoms of peripheral artery disease in both legs. A bilateral extremity angiography is performed under radiological supervision and interpretation (using code 75716) to assess blood flow and identify any blockages or narrowings., A patient with a history of blood clots in the arms experiences new symptoms. A bilateral upper extremity angiography is performed with radiological supervision and interpretation (75716) to evaluate the veins and arteries for any abnormalities., A patient has a known aneurysm in one leg and the physician wants to evaluate the other leg for comparison. A bilateral lower extremity angiography is performed with radiological supervision and interpretation (75716) for diagnostic imaging and comparison of both legs' vasculature.
Documentation should include details of the procedure, including the approach (e.g., arterial access site), areas imaged, contrast agent used, and the radiologist's interpretation of the findings. Any relevant medical history, symptoms, and the reason for the procedure should also be documented.
- Specialties:Radiology, Vascular Surgery, Interventional Cardiology
- Place of Service:Office, Outpatient Hospital, Ambulatory Surgical Center, Independent Clinic