93640 Ep evaluation 1/2chmbr pacg cvdfb
Also known as: Pacemaker evaluation, PM interrogation, pacemaker check
Electrophysiology evaluation of single or dual-chamber pacemaker with pacing cardiovascular feedback testing.
In Plain Language
pacemaker function test; heart pacemaker check; device evaluation
Clinical Context
Periodic assessment of pacemaker function, battery status, lead integrity, and appropriate sensing/pacing characteristics. Standard office-based follow-up procedure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.26 |
| Total RVU | 3.26 |
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 3.26, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.2x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 93640?
CPT 93640 (Ep evaluation 1/2chmbr pacg cvdfb) is a Medicine code. Electrophysiology evaluation of single or dual-chamber pacemaker with pacing cardiovascular feedback testing.
Who uses CPT code 93640?
CPT 93640 is used by Cardiology, Electrophysiology, Internal Medicine. Periodic assessment of pacemaker function, battery status, lead integrity, and appropriate sensing/pacing characteristics. Standard office-based follow-up procedure.
When is CPT 93640 used?
Periodic assessment of pacemaker function, battery status, lead integrity, and appropriate sensing/pacing characteristics. Standard office-based follow-up procedure.
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