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96571 Photodynamic treatment additional 15 minutes

Medicine +Add-on

Also known as: PDT extension, Additional PDT light, 15-minute PDT add-on

Photodynamic therapy light application for each additional 15 minutes beyond initial time. Add-on code for extended photodynamic therapy treatment.

Clinical Context

Used to extend photodynamic therapy sessions beyond initial allocation. Can be stacked multiple times for longer treatments.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.55
Practice Expense RVU0.20
Malpractice RVU0.05
Total RVU0.80

Est. Medicare Payment

$26.72

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

DermatologyOncology

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