The American Medical Association/Specialty Society RVS Update Committee


Physician Work RVS Update Survey

Question Title

This survey will evaluate two Ultrasound of Extremity codes listed below with "typical patient" to consider when completing the survey.

This survey will evaluate two Ultrasound of Extremity codes listed below with "typical patient" to consider when completing the survey.<br><br>
Radiology / Diagnostic Radiology (Diagnostic Imaging) / Diagnostic Ultrasound / Nonobstetrical / Extremities

Code 7688X2 refers to an examination of an extremity that would be performed primarily for evaluation of muscles, tendons, joints, and/or soft tissues. This is a limited examination of the extremity where a specific anatomic structure such as a tendon or muscle is assessed. In addition, the code would be used to evaluate a soft-tissue mass that may be present in an extremity where knowledge of its cystic or solid characteristics is needed.

A complete ultrasound examination of an extremity consists of real time scans of a specific joint that includes examination of the muscles, tendons, joint, other soft tissue structures, and any identifiable abnormality.

For spectral and color Doppler evaluation of the extremities, use 93925, 93926, 93930, 93931, 93970, or 93971 as appropriate.

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