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95813 Eeg extnd mntr 61-119 minutes

Medicine

Also known as: extended EEG, prolonged EEG

Electroencephalogram (EEG); extended monitoring; 61-119 minutes duration.

In Plain Language

longer brain wave test

Clinical Context

Extended EEG recording allowing better chance of capturing epileptic abnormalities or other paroxysmal brain activity.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.63
Total RVU1.63

Est. Medicare Payment

$54.44

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 1.63, this code ranks in the 71st percentile among Medicine codes — 2.1x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.

Specialties

Neurology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 95813?

CPT 95813 (Eeg extnd mntr 61-119 minutes) is a Medicine code. Electroencephalogram (EEG); extended monitoring; 61-119 minutes duration.

Who uses CPT code 95813?

CPT 95813 is used by Neurology. Extended EEG recording allowing better chance of capturing epileptic abnormalities or other paroxysmal brain activity.

When is CPT 95813 used?

Extended EEG recording allowing better chance of capturing epileptic abnormalities or other paroxysmal brain activity.

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