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 RVU | 0.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.29 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.01 |
| Total RVU | 0.30 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$10.02
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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