92520 Laryngeal function studies
Also known as: laryngeal testing, voice assessment
Laryngeal function studies; objective assessment of vocal cord mobility, phonatory function, and laryngeal physiology.
In Plain Language
voice box test; vocal cord movement test
Clinical Context
Used for evaluation of hoarseness, dysphonia, vocal cord paralysis, and assessment of voice disorders in singers and professional voice users.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.73 |
| Total RVU | 0.73 |
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 0.73, this code ranks in the 46th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.1x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92520?
CPT 92520 (Laryngeal function studies) is a Medicine code. Laryngeal function studies; objective assessment of vocal cord mobility, phonatory function, and laryngeal physiology.
Who uses CPT code 92520?
CPT 92520 is used by Otolaryngology, Speech-Language Pathology. Used for evaluation of hoarseness, dysphonia, vocal cord paralysis, and assessment of voice disorders in singers and professional voice users.
When is CPT 92520 used?
Used for evaluation of hoarseness, dysphonia, vocal cord paralysis, and assessment of voice disorders in singers and professional voice users.
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