What is medical procedure code 93005?

Medical procedure code 93005 refers to the electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) interpretation and report. It is typically used for billing purposes to indicate that a healthcare provider has performed a professional interpretation of an ECG tracing. This code does not include the actual ECG procedure itself, which is represented by a different code. It is commonly utilized in various clinical settings to assess heart function and diagnose cardiovascular conditions.