93290 Interrog device evaluation icpms inpatient
Also known as: ICD eval, implantable defibrillator check
Interrogation and evaluation of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator with monitoring in office or inpatient setting.
In Plain Language
defibrillator function check
Clinical Context
Assessment of ICD function including defibrillation thresholds, sensing parameters, and battery status.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.42 |
| Total RVU | 0.42 |
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. 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 0.42, this code ranks in the 26th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.9x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93290?
CPT 93290 (Interrog device evaluation icpms inpatient) is a Medicine code. Interrogation and evaluation of implantable cardioverter-defibrillator with monitoring in office or inpatient setting.
Who uses CPT code 93290?
CPT 93290 is used by cardiology, electrophysiology. Assessment of ICD function including defibrillation thresholds, sensing parameters, and battery status.
When is CPT 93290 used?
Assessment of ICD function including defibrillation thresholds, sensing parameters, and battery status.
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