AMA CPT® Assistant - 2021 Issue 2 (February)

Reporting Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential Testing (February 2021)

February 2021 pages 5-6 Reporting Vestibular Evoked Myogenic Potential Testing Three new codes (92517-92519) and requisite parenthetical notes that specifically address reporting vestibular evoked myogenic potential (VEMP) testing were added in the Medicine section of the Current Procedural Terminology (CPT®) 2021 code set. VEMP testing involves seeking an electromyogenic response resulting from stimulation of the vestibular system. This is typically elicited using high-intensity acoustic stimulation. Prior to 2021, there were no specific codes available to report these services and unlisted code 92700 was used. This article provides an overview of these new codes. Vestibular Function Tests, Without Electrical...

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