Duplex Scanning
J9 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
11 active Medicare policies list 93978, and 4 commercial payer policies list it. See each policy's status for the code and its official source. Listing a code is not a coverage decision: read each policy’s source for the requirements that apply.
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J9 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J5 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J8 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J15 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J6 · Effective Oct 1, 2015
JK · Effective Oct 1, 2015
J9 · Effective Oct 1, 2025
National · Effective Aug 6, 2026
J5 · Effective Aug 1, 2026
National · Effective Nov 6, 2025
4 policies from 2 payers
Summary of the payer’s published policy. Not a coverage determination — confirm with the payer before submitting.
| Policy | Effective | Status of 93978 |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced Imaging for Vascular Indications | Sep 19, 2026 | Covered |
| Vascular Imaging | Nov 15, 2025 | Covered |
| Vascular Ultrasound and Physiologic Testing | Sep 19, 2026 | Covered |
| Policy | Effective | Status of 93978 |
|---|---|---|
| Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD) Imaging GuidelinesEffective 02/03/2026 - 08/31/2026 |
J6 · Effective Apr 1, 2026
| Feb 3, 2026 |
| Covered with conditions |