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0937T External ecg rec>15d<30d

Category III

Also known as: extended ECG monitoring, long-term Holter

External electrocardiographic recording for more than 15 days up to 30 days. Extended cardiac monitoring without recording transmission.

In Plain Language

Extended heart monitor; 2-4 week heart recording

Clinical Context

Extended ambulatory ECG monitoring for arrhythmia detection over 15-30 day period.

RVU Information

CPT 0937T does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Category III codes for emerging technology do not receive RVU assignments. Reimbursement is negotiated with individual payers.

Billing & Documentation

Category III codes are temporary codes for emerging technology, services, and procedures. They are not assigned RVU values by CMS. Coverage and reimbursement vary by payer — check with individual insurers before billing. These codes sunset after 5 years if not converted to Category I.

Specialties

CardiologyInternal Medicine

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 0937T?

CPT 0937T (External ecg rec>15d<30d) is a Category III code. External electrocardiographic recording for more than 15 days up to 30 days. Extended cardiac monitoring without recording transmission.

Is 0937T a permanent CPT code?

No — 0937T is a Category III temporary code for emerging technology. It may be converted to a permanent Category I code if widely adopted. Category III codes expire after 5 years without renewal.

When is CPT 0937T used?

Extended ambulatory ECG monitoring for arrhythmia detection over 15-30 day period.

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.