97014 Electric stimulation therapy
Also known as: Electric stimulation, TENS, Electrical therapy
Electric stimulation therapy for pain management, muscle re-education, and tissue healing. Includes transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and other modalities.
In Plain Language
Electrical treatment for pain or muscle
Clinical Context
Used for acute and chronic pain, muscle weakness, and wound healing. Stimulates nerves and muscles to gate pain signals and promote function.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.18 |
| Total RVU | 0.18 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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
With a work RVU of 0.18, this code ranks in the 10th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.3x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97014?
CPT 97014 (Electric stimulation therapy) is a Medicine code. Electric stimulation therapy for pain management, muscle re-education, and tissue healing. Includes transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) and other modalities.
Who uses CPT code 97014?
CPT 97014 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Pain Management. Used for acute and chronic pain, muscle weakness, and wound healing. Stimulates nerves and muscles to gate pain signals and promote function.
When is CPT 97014 used?
Used for acute and chronic pain, muscle weakness, and wound healing. Stimulates nerves and muscles to gate pain signals and promote function.
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