93000 Electrocardiogram complete
Also known as: 12-lead ECG, EKG, electrocardiogram, 12-lead ECG with interpretation, EKG complete
Complete electrocardiogram (ECG) with at least 12 leads including interpretation and report.
In Plain Language
heart electrical recording; heart rhythm test
Clinical Context
Fundamental diagnostic test for evaluating cardiac rhythm, conduction abnormalities, ischemia, and structural changes in patients with chest pain, arrhythmia, or routine screening.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 0.17 |
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 0.17, this code ranks in the 8th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93000?
CPT 93000 (Electrocardiogram complete) is a Medicine code. Complete electrocardiogram (ECG) with at least 12 leads including interpretation and report.
Who uses CPT code 93000?
CPT 93000 is used by cardiology, internal medicine, emergency medicine. Fundamental diagnostic test for evaluating cardiac rhythm, conduction abnormalities, ischemia, and structural changes in patients with chest pain, arrhythmia, or routine screening.
When is CPT 93000 used?
Fundamental diagnostic test for evaluating cardiac rhythm, conduction abnormalities, ischemia, and structural changes in patients with chest pain, arrhythmia, or routine screening.
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