CPT® Code 75722

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The procedure described by CPT® Code 75722 refers to a unilateral selective renal angiography, which is a diagnostic imaging technique used to visualize the blood vessels of one kidney. In this procedure, a physician utilizes a catheter, a thin flexible tube, which is inserted into the artery supplying blood to the kidney. Once the catheter is in place, a contrast dye is injected through it. This dye enhances the visibility of the renal artery and its branches on X-ray images. As the dye circulates through the artery, a series of X-ray images are captured, allowing the physician to assess the condition of the blood vessels. This imaging technique is particularly useful for identifying abnormalities such as plaque build-up, which can indicate atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arterial walls, which may lead to reduced blood flow to the kidney. The procedure is performed under radiological supervision, ensuring that the images obtained are interpreted accurately for diagnostic purposes.