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CPT 75822: Bilateral Extremity Venography, Supervision and Interpretation
CPT code 75822 represents physician supervision and interpretation of bilateral upper or lower extremity venography, an invasive diagnostic X-ray procedure performed after injection of contrast dye to visualize venous structures and identify blood clots. This code is relevant nationally for vascular medicine, interventional radiology, and hospital imaging services because venography remains a definitive test when noninvasive studies are inconclusive or when precise clot localization is required for intervention. Key payers in typical analyses include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare.
Readers will find a concise overview of the clinical context for venography, how CPT code 75822 is used in practice, and what to expect in terms of service settings and clinical indications. The publication covers commonly observed payer coverage patterns and benchmark themes, relevant billing considerations, and recent policy or coding guidance that may affect documentation and claim adjudication. Content is intended to support administrators, coding professionals, and clinicians seeking a national perspective on the application and administrative handling of CPT code 75822.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 75822 describes provider supervision and interpretation of bilateral upper or lower extremity venography. This invasive diagnostic imaging procedure involves injection of contrast dye into the veins and obtaining X-ray images to visualize venous anatomy and identify the location and degree of venous thrombosis.
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Service type: Diagnostic invasive venography with supervision and interpretation
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Typical site of service: Hospital radiology departments, outpatient imaging centers, or interventional radiology suites