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96900 Actinotherapy uv light

Medicine

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

Dermatology

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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