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97008 Mchnl sclp cool prep plmt

Medicine

Also known as: Scalp cooling preparation, Cold cap placement, Pre-treatment cooling setup

Mechanical scalp cooling preparation and placement of cold cap prior to chemotherapy administration.

Clinical Context

Preparation and application of scalp cooling device immediately before chemotherapy infusion. Requires timing coordination with treatment schedule.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.00
Practice Expense RVU0.29
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU0.30

Est. Medicare Payment

$10.02

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

Specialties

OncologyNursing

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