92970 Cardioassist internal
Also known as: IABP, intra-aortic balloon pump, left ventricular assist
Insertion of percutaneous left or right intra-aortic balloon pump or other cardioassist device for internal circulatory support.
In Plain Language
pumping balloon to help heart; mechanical heart support device
Clinical Context
Mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure, or hemodynamic instability, providing temporary left or right ventricular assistance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.42 |
| Total RVU | 3.42 |
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. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. 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 3.42, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.4x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 92970?
CPT 92970 (Cardioassist internal) is a Medicine code. Insertion of percutaneous left or right intra-aortic balloon pump or other cardioassist device for internal circulatory support.
Who uses CPT code 92970?
CPT 92970 is used by cardiothoracic surgery, critical care medicine, cardiology. Mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure, or hemodynamic instability, providing temporary left or right ventricular assistance.
When is CPT 92970 used?
Mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock, severe heart failure, or hemodynamic instability, providing temporary left or right ventricular assistance.
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