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95886 Muscle test done with n test complicated

Medicine

Also known as: EMG/NCS, comprehensive neurodiagnostic study

Needle electromyography; performed with nerve conduction studies.

In Plain Language

muscle and nerve comprehensive test

Clinical Context

Combined EMG and nerve conduction study. Comprehensive assessment of peripheral nervous system providing complete diagnostic picture.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.84
Total RVU0.84

Est. Medicare Payment

$28.06

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 0.84, this code ranks in the 53rd percentile among Medicine codes — 1.1x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.

Specialties

Neurology

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 95886?

CPT 95886 (Muscle test done with n test complicated) is a Medicine code. Needle electromyography; performed with nerve conduction studies.

Who uses CPT code 95886?

CPT 95886 is used by Neurology. Combined EMG and nerve conduction study. Comprehensive assessment of peripheral nervous system providing complete diagnostic picture.

When is CPT 95886 used?

Combined EMG and nerve conduction study. Comprehensive assessment of peripheral nervous system providing complete diagnostic picture.

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