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The billing is done using CPT Code for Carotid Ultrasound to identify the procedure. These two arteries are of major importance because they carry blood to the brain, face, scalp and neck. If plaque, a waxy substance, builds up in these arteries, the blood flow is impeded.
Carotid (kuh-ROT-id) ultrasound is a safe, painless procedure that uses sound waves to examine the blood flow through the carotid arteries. Your two carotid arteries are located on each side of your neck. They deliver blood from your heart to your brain. Carotid ultrasound tests for blocked or narrowed carotid arteries, which can increase the risk of stroke. The results can help your doctor determine a treatment to lower your stroke risk. 1  Why it's done.