Preparation Necessary:
- Nothing by mouth after midnight or fasting 6 to 8 hours.
- Morning medications are permitted.
- For afternoon appointments, a clear liquid breakfast is permitted.
Diabetic patients should be scheduled first.
Procedure
- Real time imaging with Doppler of the abdominal aorta and surrounding area.
- Images documented in sagital, transverse and oblique planes in digital format.
Examination Time: Approximately 30 minutes.
CPT Code: 93978