DVT Deep Vein Thrombosis Extremity Ultrasound Quick Reference Guide for Physicians

Deep Venous Extremity Ultrasound with Doppler Imaging

Ordering Information:

The most common reason for a venous ultrasound exam is to search for blood clots, especially in the veins of the leg. This condition is often referred to as deep vein thrombosis or DVT. These clots may break off and pass into the lungs, where they can cause a dangerous condition called pulmonary embolism. If the blood clot in the leg is found early enough, treatment can be started to prevent it from passing to the lung. A venous ultrasound study is also performed to:

Indications

Diagnose deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pain, swelling, edema, postpartum or postsurgical

CPT Code

Please identify Arm or Leg and R/L or Bilateral.
93970 Bilateral
93971 Unilateral

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