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G0166 Extrnl counterpulse, per treatment

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Also known as: external counterpulsation, EECP therapy

External counterpulsation therapy (EECP), a non-invasive cardiac treatment involving synchronized external pneumatic cuff compression, per treatment session.

Clinical Context

Non-invasive treatment for angina and heart failure using external pneumatic cuff compression synchronized to cardiac cycle. Improves coronary blood flow and cardiac performance.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU3.04
Malpractice RVU0.04
Total RVU3.08

Est. Medicare Payment

$102.87

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

CardiologyInternal MedicineInterventional Cardiology

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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.