CPT Code 92950: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Yes. CPT 92950 may still be reported even when other procedures (e.g., intubation or arterial line placement) are performed during the same encounter. However, each procedure must be separately documented and must not be bundled. Be sure to indicate the timing and necessity of each to ensure they are reimbursed separately when appropriate.

When CPR is performed, the time spent delivering chest compressions and managing breathing (e.g., artificial ventilation) cannot be included in the critical care time reported under CPT codes like 99291. To bill both services, providers must distinctly document the start and stop times for CPR performed and for critical care activities separately.

Yes. Early CPR, especially when performed effectively with proper breathing support and circulation, significantly improves survival rates during cardiac arrest. Prompt chest compressions help maintain blood flow to vital organs, increasing the chances of a successful resuscitation.