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94644 Cont inhlj treatment first hour

Medicine

Also known as: continuous inhalation therapy, prolonged nebulizer treatment, 1-hour continuous inhalation

Continuous inhalation treatment provided for first hour to deliver sustained medication dosing via aerosol or other inhalation method.

Clinical Context

Used in acute respiratory exacerbations and status asthmaticus requiring prolonged continuous inhalation therapy for optimal bronchodilation.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU1.85
Malpractice RVU0.02
Total RVU1.87

Est. Medicare Payment

$62.46

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

Specialties

Emergency MedicinePulmonologyCritical Care

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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.