95866 Needle emg hemidiaphragm
Medicine
Also known as: diaphragm EMG, phrenic nerve EMG
Needle electromyography; hemidiaphragm.
Clinical Context
EMG of diaphragm. Evaluates phrenic nerve function, particularly after thoracic surgery or with respiratory complaints.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.05 |
| Total RVU | 4.08 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$136.27
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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