95812 Eeg 41-60 minutes
Also known as: routine EEG, standard EEG, office EEG
Electroencephalogram (EEG); 41-60 minutes duration.
In Plain Language
brain wave test
Clinical Context
Standard office-based EEG recording for evaluation of seizures, syncope, altered mental status, or brain function assessment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.08 |
| Total RVU | 1.08 |
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 1.08, this code ranks in the 59th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.4x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 95812?
CPT 95812 (Eeg 41-60 minutes) is a Medicine code. Electroencephalogram (EEG); 41-60 minutes duration.
Who uses CPT code 95812?
CPT 95812 is used by Neurology, Primary Care. Standard office-based EEG recording for evaluation of seizures, syncope, altered mental status, or brain function assessment.
When is CPT 95812 used?
Standard office-based EEG recording for evaluation of seizures, syncope, altered mental status, or brain function assessment.
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