96900 Actinotherapy uv light
Also known as: UV therapy, Light therapy, Actinotherapy
Ultraviolet light therapy (actinotherapy) treatment of skin conditions. Includes exposure to ultraviolet A and/or B wavelengths for therapeutic benefit.
In Plain Language
Ultraviolet light treatment for skin
Clinical Context
Used for psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, and other photosensitive skin conditions. Standard treatment for various dermatologic inflammatory conditions.
RVU Information
CPT 96900 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
Medicine section codes cover a wide range of non-surgical services. Documentation should include the clinical indication, procedure details, interpretation (if applicable), and any patient-specific findings.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 96900?
CPT 96900 (Actinotherapy uv light) is a Medicine code. Ultraviolet light therapy (actinotherapy) treatment of skin conditions. Includes exposure to ultraviolet A and/or B wavelengths for therapeutic benefit.
Who uses CPT code 96900?
CPT 96900 is used by Dermatology. Used for psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, and other photosensitive skin conditions. Standard treatment for various dermatologic inflammatory conditions.
When is CPT 96900 used?
Used for psoriasis, vitiligo, atopic dermatitis, and other photosensitive skin conditions. Standard treatment for various dermatologic inflammatory conditions.
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