94060 Evaluation of wheezing
Also known as: spirometry for wheezing, asthma evaluation spirometry, obstruction evaluation
Spirometry testing for evaluation of wheezing to assess for obstructive airway disease and determine severity of airflow obstruction.
In Plain Language
breathing test for wheezing; lung test to check wheezing
Clinical Context
Used to evaluate patients presenting with wheezing to determine if obstruction is present and to quantify severity for diagnosis and treatment planning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.21 |
| Total RVU | 0.21 |
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 0.21, this code ranks in the 13th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.7x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 94060?
CPT 94060 (Evaluation of wheezing) is a Medicine code. Spirometry testing for evaluation of wheezing to assess for obstructive airway disease and determine severity of airflow obstruction.
Who uses CPT code 94060?
CPT 94060 is used by Pulmonology, Allergy/Immunology, Internal Medicine. Used to evaluate patients presenting with wheezing to determine if obstruction is present and to quantify severity for diagnosis and treatment planning.
When is CPT 94060 used?
Used to evaluate patients presenting with wheezing to determine if obstruction is present and to quantify severity for diagnosis and treatment planning.
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