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Computerized 2-lead Resting Electrocardiogram Analysis for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi·MS · Cardiology, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine·Medical Policy
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
Blue Cross Blue Shield continues to consider computerized 2-lead resting electrocardiogram analysis (multifunction cardiogram) as investigational for diagnosing coronary artery disease. This policy was reviewed on 08/22/2024 with no changes, maintaining that these services are not covered.
Action Required
No immediate action required. Continue treating computerized 2-lead resting ECG analysis for CAD diagnosis as investigational and non-covered. Bill using CPT 93799 (unlisted cardiovascular procedure) only when appropriate and expect denials. Inform providers that standard 12-lead ECGs and stress testing remain the covered diagnostic standards for CAD.