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CPT 75825: Inferior Vena Cava Venography with Serialography, Interpretation
CPT code 75825 denotes the supervision and interpretation of venography of the inferior vena cava with serialography — an invasive diagnostic imaging procedure using contrast to detect and localize venous thrombus. This service is clinically important for diagnosing suspected deep venous thrombosis involving the inferior vena cava, pre-procedural planning, and assessment when noninvasive imaging is inconclusive. Nationally, accurate coding and interpretation affect episode care decisions and utilization of advanced imaging resources.
Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find an overview of where this service is typically provided, common billing contexts, and benchmarking considerations for utilization and coverage. The publication also summarizes clinical context for use of invasive venography versus noninvasive alternatives, common modifiers associated with interpretation and technical components, and considerations for documentation and claim submission.
This report provides a concise reference for coding staff, radiology administrators, and policy analysts seeking a national perspective on CPT code 75825, including service definitions, expected sites of service, and the types of clinical scenarios that prompt use of this venographic study. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.
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Billing Code Overview
CPT code 75825 describes the supervision and interpretation of venography of the inferior vena cava with serialography. The procedure is an invasive diagnostic X-ray study performed after contrast dye injection to visualize venous anatomy, identify the presence, location, and extent of venous thrombus, and capture rapid-sequence (serialographic) images of the inferior vena cava.
Service type: Diagnostic vascular radiology; supervised invasive venographic study with interpretation
Typical site of service: Hospital radiology suite, outpatient radiology center, or interventional imaging suite