94002 Vent management inpat initial day
Also known as: ventilator management initial day, mechanical ventilation setup, vent initiation
Management of patients on mechanical ventilation during the initial day of hospitalization including assessment, setup, and adjustment of ventilator parameters.
Clinical Context
Used for initial management of patients requiring mechanical ventilation due to respiratory failure, post-surgical paralysis, or critical illness.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.99 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.40 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 2.57 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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