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Office or other outpatient visit
Evaluation and management of an established patient...
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This code is for use in medical billing and coding.
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This code is part of the section of CPT codes.
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management...
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This description reflects the 2021 E/M coding guidelines.
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codes are used to report evaluation and management services provided in various settings.
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RVUs are used to determine the fee for a service under the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.
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This code is commonly used by primary care providers, but may be used by any specialty providing office visits.
Significant, separately identifiable E/M service
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Modifiers provide additional information about the service provided.
Detail About CPT 93005
Related Codes Table
Code | Description |
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93000 | Electrocardiogram, routine ECG with at least 12 leads; with interpretation and report |
93010 | Electrocardiogram, routine ECG with at least 12 leads; tracing only, without interpretation and report |
93040 | Rhythm ECG, one to three leads; tracing only, without interpretation and report |
93042 | Rhythm ECG, one to three leads; with interpretation and report |
93015 | Cardiovascular stress test using maximal or submaximal treadmill or bicycle exercise, continuous electrocardiographic monitoring, and/or pharmacological stress; tracing only, without interpretation and report |
Commonly Billed With
CPT code 93005 is commonly billed with CPT code 93010 for routine ECG with at least 12 leads.
Clinical Scenarios
Routine Health Check-up:
In a routine health check-up, a patient may undergo an ECG (CPT code 93005) to assess heart function.
Chest Pain Evaluation:
If a patient presents with chest pain, an ECG (CPT code 93005) may be performed to evaluate cardiac activity.
Pre-Surgical Assessment:
Prior to surgery, a patient may receive an ECG (CPT code 93005) as part of the pre-surgical assessment process.
FAQ
Is CPT code 93005 used for interpreting ECG results?
No, CPT code 93005 is for the recording of the ECG tracing only without interpretation.
Can CPT code 93005 be billed alongside other procedures?
Yes, CPT code 93005 can be billed along with other procedures as long as they are medically necessary and distinct services.
Is prior authorization required for CPT code 93005?
Prior authorization requirements vary by insurance provider, so it's important to check with the specific payer.
What is the difference between CPT codes 93000 and 93010?
CPT code 93000 includes interpretation and report in addition to the tracing, while CPT code 93010 is for tracing only without interpretation or report.
Are there any age restrictions for billing CPT code 93005?
CPT code 93005 does not have specific age restrictions and can be used for patients of all ages requiring an ECG tracing.
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