97009 Mchnl sclp cool after chemotherapy
Medicine
Also known as: Post-chemo cooling, Post-treatment scalp cooling, Recovery cooling
Mechanical scalp cooling after chemotherapy administration. Includes continuation of cooling therapy post-treatment.
Clinical Context
Continuation of scalp cooling following chemotherapy completion. Timing and duration important for alopecia prevention efficacy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.19 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.00 |
| Total RVU | 0.19 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$6.35
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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