CPT 93355: Using ultrasound with a probe in the esophagus during heart or great vessel surgery, along with a report - Prior Authorization and Price
CPT code 93355 is Using ultrasound with a probe in the esophagus during heart or great vessel surgery, along with a report. See what major commercial payers look for before approving it, the conditions their guidelines cover, and what it typically costs.
Using ultrasound with a probe in the esophagus during heart or great vessel surgery, along with a report.
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| Payer | Reviewed using | Guideline | Sections |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna | eviCore | Current guideline | None found |
| Anthem BCBS | Carelon | Current guideline | None found |
| Cigna | eviCore | Current guideline | None found |
| Medicare | CMS | — | None found |
| Original Medicare does not run a prior authorization program for outpatient imaging; claims are judged against the coverage policies above. Medicare Advantage plans set their own prior authorization rules. | |||
| UnitedHealthcare | UnitedHealthcare / eviCore | Current guideline | None found |
Guidelines collected from the payers' published documents on September 29, 2026. Payers revise these documents during the year. Open the guideline link to confirm the current version before you submit.
Typical price
Commercial figures come from negotiated rates published by 516 hospitals; Medicare figures from CMS fee schedules. Rates vary widely by hospital and plan. Pricing data from CenterIQ.
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