ABI-Q Exercise Exam
ABI-Q (PVR) with Exercise Exam
Normal at rest does not rule out PAD. Over 30% of patients with a normal resting ABI show signs of PAD with exercise.
Why exercise, and why PVR
A resting study can look normal while disease limits the patient on their feet. Exercise stresses the limb, and PVR waveforms show how the limb responds. PVR reads pulse volume instead of relying on vessel compression, so calcified or compressed arteries do not hide the result.
Resting exam only
Normal readings at rest can miss PAD that appears with exertion.
PVR with exercise
Reveals PAD that a normal resting ABI misses, including in diabetic patients with calcified or compressed arteries.
When to order
Reimbursement
The ABI-Q (PVR) with Exercise exam bills under CPT 93923 when performed with functional maneuvers such as dorsiflexions, heel raises, or hall walking.
No treadmill is required. Treadmill stress protocols bill separately under CPT 93924.
Runs on
ABI-Q System
Rapid PVR-based screening that also performs the ABI-Q (PVR) with Exercise exam.
All Cuff-Link systems
Available on every Cuff-Link configuration, so the exam is part of the same platform as your resting and segmental studies.
See what the report shows
Review a sample ABI-Q report, or schedule a consultation to match the right exam to your patient population.