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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Ultrasound Of Arm Or Leg Vein, Ultrasound To Determine If Blood Flow Is Adequate And To Identify Blockages In The Veins Of One Leg Or Arm Or Sections Of Both Legs Or Arms.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Medicine Services and Procedures Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 23 - Emergency Room |
| Common Modifiers | 26 - Professional component LT - Left side of body |
| Complexity Level | Low |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | $116.24 national non-facility rate (2026) · View Medicare rates for 93971 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | $96.085 median of the 8 states in the free preview · View Medicaid rates for 93971 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 93971 by major payers:
$143.66
$171.16
$168.40
$199.15
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CPT 93971
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Marissa Fiore
$544.59Published rateAnthony Bullard
Central Valley Community Medical Imaging
$227.03Published rateJose Pinero
$126.76Published rateAngelo Malamis
Loyola University Medical Center
$36.04Published rateWalif Aji
Walif Aji Md PA
$18.15Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 93971 vs. Other Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies Codes
The CPT 93971 code is part of the Medicine Services and Procedures services used for Non-Invasive Vascular Diagnostic Studies. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 93971 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 93970-CPT | Moderate | Duplex Scan Of Extremity Veins, Duplex Scan Of Extremity Veins Including Responsestocompression And Other Maneuvers Complete Bilat Eral Study |
| 93971-CPT | Low | Ultrasound Of Arm Or Leg Vein, Ultrasound To Determine If Blood Flow Is Adequate And To Identify Blockages In The Veins Of One Leg Or Arm Or Sections Of Both Legs Or Arms. |
| 93975-CPT | Moderate | Ultrasound Abdominal Vessels, An Ultrasound (Sound Wave Pictures) To Find Out If Blood Flows Well Through The Arteries Or Veins In The Abdomen (And Their Branches Into The Pelvis). The Test May Identify Blocked Sections. |
| 93978-CPT | Moderate | Ultrasound Abdominal Vessels, An Ultrasound (Sound Wave Pictures) To Find Out If Blood Flows Well Through The Arteries Or Veins In The Abdomen (And Their Branches Into The Pelvis). The Test May Identify Blocked Sections. |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 93971. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 93971 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
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Provider Type
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