94680 O2 uptk rst & xers dir simple
Also known as: oxygen consumption test, metabolic rate testing, VO2 measurement
Oxygen uptake and carbon dioxide output testing with simple direct measurement and exercise testing to assess metabolic rate.
In Plain Language
oxygen use and exercise test; breathing efficiency measurement
Clinical Context
Used to assess metabolic function and energy expenditure at rest and during exercise for nutritional and rehabilitation planning.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.25 |
| Total RVU | 0.25 |
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 0.25, this code ranks in the 16th percentile among Medicine codes — 3.1x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 94680?
CPT 94680 (O2 uptk rst & xers dir simple) is a Medicine code. Oxygen uptake and carbon dioxide output testing with simple direct measurement and exercise testing to assess metabolic rate.
Who uses CPT code 94680?
CPT 94680 is used by Pulmonology, Internal Medicine, Sports Medicine. Used to assess metabolic function and energy expenditure at rest and during exercise for nutritional and rehabilitation planning.
When is CPT 94680 used?
Used to assess metabolic function and energy expenditure at rest and during exercise for nutritional and rehabilitation planning.
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