How Much Does Heart/lung Resuscitation Cpr Cost?
Also known as: Heart/lung resuscitation cpr (CPT 92950)
Evaluation of a patient in cardiac arrest with CPR in progress.
Heart/lung Resuscitation Cpr (CPT 92950) costs $170 at Medicare rates.
Patient Guide: Heart/lung Resuscitation Cpr
What you need to know before your appointment
What to Expect
A physician directs and participates in resuscitation efforts including CPR, defibrillation, airway management, and emergency medications.
How Long Does It Take?
Variable (30 minutes or longer)
Common Reasons Doctors Order This
Cardiac arrest, critical emergency requiring immediate life-saving intervention
How to Prepare
This is an emergency situation. No preparation is possible.
Procedures Commonly Done Together
These procedures are frequently performed alongside Heart/lung resuscitation cpr
How to Reduce Your Cost for Heart/lung resuscitation cpr
Practical tips that can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars
- 1 Ask about cash-pay discounts
Many hospitals and clinics offer 20-40% discounts for self-pay patients. Always ask before scheduling.
- 2 Compare facility vs. office setting costs
For this procedure, the office rate ($379) differs from the facility rate ($170). Ask if it can be done in an office setting.
- 3 Shop around — costs vary significantly
Costs can vary 2-3x between providers in the same city. Get quotes from multiple facilities.
How is the Price Calculated?
Medicare calculates procedure payments using Relative Value Units (RVUs). Each procedure has three components multiplied by a conversion factor ($33.40 in 2026) and adjusted by geographic cost indices.
Payment = Total RVU (11.35) x CF ($33.40) = $379
Related Procedures
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Heart/lung resuscitation cpr cost?
The Medicare facility rate for Heart/lung resuscitation cpr is $170. Commercial insurance rates typically range from 150% to 250% of Medicare (varies by plan).
How much does Heart/lung resuscitation cpr cost without insurance?
Without insurance, the cost of Heart/lung resuscitation cpr can range from 150% of Medicare to 500% of Medicare depending on the facility. Many hospitals and clinics offer self-pay discounts of 20-40% off their chargemaster price. Always ask about cash pricing before your visit.
Does insurance cover Heart/lung resuscitation cpr?
Most commercial health insurance plans and Medicare cover Heart/lung resuscitation cpr when ordered by a physician for a medically necessary reason. Your out-of-pocket cost depends on your plan's deductible, copay/coinsurance structure, and whether you use an in-network provider. Check with your insurance company before scheduling to confirm coverage and get a cost estimate.
Why does the cost vary so much by location?
Medicare adjusts payments using Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs) that reflect local differences in physician work costs, practice expenses, and malpractice insurance. Manhattan, San Francisco, and other high-cost areas pay significantly more than rural regions. Commercial insurers follow similar geographic patterns.