93005 Electrocardiogram tracing
Also known as: ECG tracing only, EKG tracing, ECG recording, 12-lead ECG tracing only
Electrocardiogram (ECG) tracing and measurement without interpretation or report.
In Plain Language
heart rhythm recording without explanation
Clinical Context
Technical component of ECG service when only recording and measurement is performed, interpretation done separately or by another provider.
RVU Information
CPT 93005 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93005?
CPT 93005 (Electrocardiogram tracing) is a Medicine code. Electrocardiogram (ECG) tracing and measurement without interpretation or report.
Who uses CPT code 93005?
CPT 93005 is used by cardiology, internal medicine. Technical component of ECG service when only recording and measurement is performed, interpretation done separately or by another provider.
When is CPT 93005 used?
Technical component of ECG service when only recording and measurement is performed, interpretation done separately or by another provider.
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