How To Use CPT Code 95715

CPT 95715 describes the procedure of electroencephalogram with video (VEEG), including the review of data and a technical description by an EEG technologist. This article will cover the description, official details, procedure, qualifying circumstances, appropriate usage, documentation requirements, billing guidelines, historical information, similar codes and billing examples.

1. What is CPT Code 95715?

CPT 95715 is used to describe the procedure of electroencephalogram with video (VEEG), which involves the recording of the electrical activity of the brain for a duration of 12 to 26 hours. This procedure includes intermittent monitoring and maintenance, as well as a review of the recorded data and a technical description by an EEG technologist.

2. Official Description

The official description of CPT code 95715 is: ‘Electroencephalogram with video (VEEG), review of data, technical description by EEG technologist, each increment of 12-26 hours; with intermittent monitoring and maintenance.’

3. Procedure

1. The patient is positioned in a supine position.
2. The EEG technologist attaches electrodes or sensors to the patient’s head.
3. Wires connect the sensors to a computer, which records the electrical activity of the brain.
4. The computer displays a graphical representation of the recorded data on a monitor or prints it out.
5. The recording continues for a period of 12 to 26 hours with intermittent monitoring and maintenance.
6. A video recording is made during the procedure.
7. The EEG technologist reviews the recorded data and prepares a technical description.

4. Qualifying circumstances

CPT 95715 is performed when a patient requires an electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) for a duration of 12 to 26 hours. This procedure is typically used to diagnose conditions affecting brain activity, such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, dementia, nervous system or mental disorders, head injuries, tumors, coma, or brain death. The technical description is provided by an EEG technologist.

5. When to use CPT code 95715

CPT code 95715 should be used when performing an electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure that lasts between 12 and 26 hours. This code is appropriate when intermittent monitoring and maintenance are required, and when a technical description of the recorded data is provided by an EEG technologist.

6. Documentation requirements

To support a claim for CPT 95715, the following documentation is required:

• Details of the patient’s condition and the need for an electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure
• Record of the duration of the procedure (12-26 hours) and the intermittent monitoring and maintenance
• Review of the recorded data by an EEG technologist
• Technical description prepared by the EEG technologist

7. Billing guidelines

When billing for CPT 95715, ensure that the procedure meets the criteria of an electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) lasting between 12 and 26 hours, including intermittent monitoring and maintenance. It is important to include the review of data and the technical description by an EEG technologist. Be aware of any additional guidelines or modifiers that may be required for accurate billing.

8. Historical information

CPT 95715 was added to the Current Procedural Terminology system on January 1, 2020. There have been no updates or changes to the code since its addition.

9. Examples

1. A patient undergoes a 20-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure for the diagnosis of epilepsy. The EEG technologist reviews the recorded data and prepares a technical description.
2. An individual with suspected sleep disorders undergoes a 14-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist monitors the recording intermittently and provides a technical description of the data.
3. A patient with a head injury undergoes a 16-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist reviews the recorded data and prepares a technical description for further evaluation.
4. An individual in a coma undergoes a 24-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist monitors the recording intermittently and provides a technical description to assist in the patient’s care.
5. A suspected brain death case undergoes a 26-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist reviews the recorded data and prepares a technical description for medical evaluation.
6. An individual with suspected dementia undergoes a 12-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist monitors the recording intermittently and provides a technical description to aid in the diagnosis.
7. A patient with a nervous system disorder undergoes a 18-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist reviews the recorded data and prepares a technical description for further analysis.
8. An individual with a mental disorder undergoes a 22-hour electroencephalogram with video (VEEG) procedure. The EEG technologist monitors the recording intermittently and provides a technical description to assist in the patient’s treatment.