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97007 Mchnl sclp cool meas fitg

Medicine

Also known as: Scalp cooling fitting, Cold cap fitting, Cooling cap measurement

Mechanical scalp cooling measurement and fitting for cold therapy cap during chemotherapy-induced alopecia prevention.

In Plain Language

Fitting a cooling cap to prevent hair loss during chemo

Clinical Context

Used for patients receiving chemotherapy at risk for alopecia. Scalp cooling reduces chemotherapy delivery to hair follicles, preserving hair.

RVU Information

CPT 97007 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

OncologyNursing

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 97007?

CPT 97007 (Mchnl sclp cool meas fitg) is a Medicine code. Mechanical scalp cooling measurement and fitting for cold therapy cap during chemotherapy-induced alopecia prevention.

Who uses CPT code 97007?

CPT 97007 is used by Oncology, Nursing. Used for patients receiving chemotherapy at risk for alopecia. Scalp cooling reduces chemotherapy delivery to hair follicles, preserving hair.

When is CPT 97007 used?

Used for patients receiving chemotherapy at risk for alopecia. Scalp cooling reduces chemotherapy delivery to hair follicles, preserving hair.

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