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95927 Somatosensory testing

Medicine

Also known as: SSEP upper, SEP testing

Somatosensory evoked potential testing of the upper limbs performed to assess sensory nerve function and spinal cord pathway integrity.

Clinical Context

Used to evaluate sensory pathway dysfunction in cases of myelopathy, radiculopathy, or suspected spinal cord injury; monitors sensory pathway integrity during spine surgery.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.53
Practice Expense RVU4.50
Malpractice RVU0.06
Total RVU5.09

Est. Medicare Payment

$170.01

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

NeurologyNeurosurgerySpine Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.