95962 Electrode stim brain add-on
Also known as: brain mapping add-on, additional cortical mapping
Electrode stimulation of the brain (including mapping and localization) performed as an add-on procedure.
In Plain Language
additional brain stimulation test
Clinical Context
Additional brain mapping beyond initial electrode stimulation; extends comprehensive functional mapping in complex epilepsy or extensive tumor resection cases.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.21 |
| Total RVU | 3.21 |
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 3.21, this code ranks in the 87th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.1x the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 95962?
CPT 95962 (Electrode stim brain add-on) is a Medicine code. Electrode stimulation of the brain (including mapping and localization) performed as an add-on procedure.
Who uses CPT code 95962?
CPT 95962 is used by Neurosurgery, Epilepsy Surgery. Additional brain mapping beyond initial electrode stimulation; extends comprehensive functional mapping in complex epilepsy or extensive tumor resection cases.
When is CPT 95962 used?
Additional brain mapping beyond initial electrode stimulation; extends comprehensive functional mapping in complex epilepsy or extensive tumor resection cases.
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