92538 Caloric vestibular test with rec
Also known as: partial caloric test
Caloric vestibular test with partial bithermal and interpretation; limited thermal stimulation assessment.
In Plain Language
limited balance test
Clinical Context
Used for abbreviated caloric testing when complete bithermal testing is not necessary or feasible.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 0.29 |
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 0.29, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.7x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92538?
CPT 92538 (Caloric vestibular test with rec) is a Medicine code. Caloric vestibular test with partial bithermal and interpretation; limited thermal stimulation assessment.
Who uses CPT code 92538?
CPT 92538 is used by Otolaryngology. Used for abbreviated caloric testing when complete bithermal testing is not necessary or feasible.
When is CPT 92538 used?
Used for abbreviated caloric testing when complete bithermal testing is not necessary or feasible.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
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.