95857 Cholinesterase challenge
Medicine
Also known as: Tensilon test, edrophonium test, anticholinesterase test
Cholinesterase inhibitor challenge test; for evaluation of myasthenia gravis.
Clinical Context
Diagnostic test using anticholinesterase agents to confirm myasthenia gravis. Measures muscle strength improvement with medication challenge.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.52 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.46 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.04 |
| Total RVU | 2.02 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$67.47
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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