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94621 Cardiopulm exercise testing

Medicine

Also known as: cardiopulmonary exercise test, CPET, VO2 max testing

Cardiopulmonary exercise testing with comprehensive assessment of cardiovascular and pulmonary response to maximal exercise including electrocardiogram and gas exchange.

Clinical Context

Used to evaluate unexplained dyspnea, assess cardiac functional capacity, diagnose exercise limitations, and determine prognosis in cardiopulmonary disease.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.38
Practice Expense RVU3.49
Malpractice RVU0.09
Total RVU4.96

Est. Medicare Payment

$165.66

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

CardiologyPulmonologySports Medicine

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.