95933 Blink reflex test
Also known as: blink reflex, corneal reflex test
Blink reflex test assessing the integrity of the trigeminal and facial nerves and their reflex arc.
In Plain Language
facial nerve test; reflex test
Clinical Context
Evaluates brainstem function and trigeminal-facial nerve pathway integrity in cases of facial nerve palsy, brainstem lesions, or polyneuropathy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.58 |
| Total RVU | 0.58 |
Est. Medicare Payment
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 0.58, this code ranks in the 38th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.3x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 95933?
CPT 95933 (Blink reflex test) is a Medicine code. Blink reflex test assessing the integrity of the trigeminal and facial nerves and their reflex arc.
Who uses CPT code 95933?
CPT 95933 is used by Neurology, Otolaryngology. Evaluates brainstem function and trigeminal-facial nerve pathway integrity in cases of facial nerve palsy, brainstem lesions, or polyneuropathy.
When is CPT 95933 used?
Evaluates brainstem function and trigeminal-facial nerve pathway integrity in cases of facial nerve palsy, brainstem lesions, or polyneuropathy.
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