CPT® Code 93271

External patient and, when performed, auto activated electrocardiographic rhythm derived event recording with symptom-related memory loop with remote download capability up to 30 days, 24-hour attended monitoring; transmission and analysis

The CPT® Code 93271 refers to a specific type of electrocardiographic (ECG) monitoring procedure that involves the use of an external device to record the heart's rhythm. This procedure is designed to capture and analyze ECG data while the patient engages in their normal daily activities. During this process, electrodes or leads are affixed to the patient's chest, allowing for continuous monitoring of the heart's electrical activity. The device operates on a loop mechanism, which means it continuously records data and refreshes its memory. When the patient experiences symptoms, they can activate the monitor to save the ECG data from the memory loop. This saved data includes a segment of 60 to 90 seconds prior to the symptom occurrence, the duration of the symptomatic episode, and a brief period following the cessation of symptoms. This capability is crucial for identifying and documenting transient cardiac events, such as arrhythmias. After the data is recorded, it is transmitted to a designated receiving station for further analysis. A printout of the ECG data is generated, which is then reviewed and interpreted by a physician or qualified healthcare professional. It is important to note that this code is specifically for the receipt of transmissions and analysis of the ECG data, and it is reported only once within a 30-day period.