CPT 92971
Cardioassist external
CPT 92971 at a glance
- Code
- 92971
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Cardioassist external
- Category
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- ASC eligibility
- Not typically performed in an ASC
- Typical setting
- Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
What is CPT code 92971?
CPT 92971 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Cardioassist external". In the ASC context it is grouped under Not typically performed in an ASC.
Is CPT 92971 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 92971 is not typically performed in an ambulatory surgery center; it is usually done in a hospital outpatient department (HOPD) or office instead.
Where is CPT 92971 typically performed?
Hospital outpatient department (POS 22) or office (POS 11). Not typically performed in an ASC.
Which specialties use CPT 92971?
CPT 92971 is most associated with Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology.
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