92517 Vemp test i & r cervical
Also known as: cervical VEMP, cVEMP
Vestibular-evoked myogenic potential test with interpretation and report; cervical response recording.
In Plain Language
inner ear balance test; neck muscle response test
Clinical Context
Used for evaluation of vestibular dysfunction, balance disorders, vertigo, and assessment of sacculocollic reflex pathway.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.78 |
| Total RVU | 0.78 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.78, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Medicine codes — exactly at the median. The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92517?
CPT 92517 (Vemp test i & r cervical) is a Medicine code. Vestibular-evoked myogenic potential test with interpretation and report; cervical response recording.
Who uses CPT code 92517?
CPT 92517 is used by Otolaryngology, Neurology. Used for evaluation of vestibular dysfunction, balance disorders, vertigo, and assessment of sacculocollic reflex pathway.
When is CPT 92517 used?
Used for evaluation of vestibular dysfunction, balance disorders, vertigo, and assessment of sacculocollic reflex pathway.
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