92610 Evaluate swallowing function
Also known as: swallow eval, dysphagia screening
Evaluation of swallowing function; assessment of oropharyngeal swallowing ability without imaging.
In Plain Language
swallowing evaluation; chewing and swallowing test
Clinical Context
Used for initial assessment of patients with suspected swallowing difficulties from various etiologies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.30 |
| Total RVU | 1.30 |
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 1.30, this code ranks in the 65th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.7x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92610?
CPT 92610 (Evaluate swallowing function) is a Medicine code. Evaluation of swallowing function; assessment of oropharyngeal swallowing ability without imaging.
Who uses CPT code 92610?
CPT 92610 is used by Speech-Language Pathology, Otolaryngology. Used for initial assessment of patients with suspected swallowing difficulties from various etiologies.
When is CPT 92610 used?
Used for initial assessment of patients with suspected swallowing difficulties from various etiologies.
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