96913 Photochemotx sev dermatoses
Also known as: Photochemotherapy, Severe skin phototherapy, Systemic photochemotherapy
Photochemotherapy for severe dermatoses using combined light and photosensitizing agent therapy.
In Plain Language
Light therapy for severe skin diseases; Advanced light and chemical skin treatment
Clinical Context
Used for extensive inflammatory dermatoses unresponsive to standard therapy. Requires careful monitoring due to cumulative phototherapy risks.
RVU Information
CPT 96913 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 96913?
CPT 96913 (Photochemotx sev dermatoses) is a Medicine code. Photochemotherapy for severe dermatoses using combined light and photosensitizing agent therapy.
Who uses CPT code 96913?
CPT 96913 is used by Dermatology. Used for extensive inflammatory dermatoses unresponsive to standard therapy. Requires careful monitoring due to cumulative phototherapy risks.
When is CPT 96913 used?
Used for extensive inflammatory dermatoses unresponsive to standard therapy. Requires careful monitoring due to cumulative phototherapy risks.
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