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92950 Heart/lung resuscitation cpr

Medicine Global 0d

Also known as: CPR, closed chest compression, resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) including closed chest massage and artificial ventilation performed by a physician.

Clinical Context

Emergency procedure for cardiac arrest to restore blood circulation and oxygenation, performed when patient loses pulse and consciousness, critical intervention to prevent death.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.90
Practice Expense RVU7.01
Malpractice RVU0.44
Total RVU11.35

Est. Medicare Payment

$379.09

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

emergency medicineinternal medicinesurgery

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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.