91040 Esophageal balloon distension tst
Also known as: balloon distension test, esophageal sensitivity test, provocation study
Esophageal balloon distension test to evaluate esophageal sensitivity and symptom provocation responses.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic test using balloon inflation in the esophagus to assess sensory thresholds and reproduce symptoms in patients with functional chest pain or dysphagia.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.95 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.24 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.08 |
| Total RVU | 17.27 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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