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See Which Stress Test Code to Report in This Case

Question: My cardiologist performed a complete stress test on a submaximal treadmill. They performed continuous electrocardiographic monitoring, supervision, and report. Which CPT® code should I report for this service? Also, are there any rules about the place of service (POS) where my cardiologist can report 93015? North Carolina Subscriber Answer: You should report the global code 93015 (Cardiovascular stress test [...]
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