0940T External ecg rec>15d<30d r & i
Also known as: full-service ECG monitoring, comprehensive transmission
External electrocardiographic recording for more than 15 days up to 30 days with recording transmission, scanning, and interpretation/report. Complete monitoring service.
In Plain Language
Complete heart monitoring service; Full ECG interpretation
Clinical Context
Comprehensive extended ECG monitoring service including transmission, scanning, analysis, and physician interpretation.
RVU Information
CPT 0940T 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 0940T?
CPT 0940T (External ecg rec>15d<30d r & i) is a Category III code. External electrocardiographic recording for more than 15 days up to 30 days with recording transmission, scanning, and interpretation/report. Complete monitoring service.
Is 0940T a permanent CPT code?
No — 0940T 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 0940T used?
Comprehensive extended ECG monitoring service including transmission, scanning, analysis, and physician interpretation.
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