97022 Whirlpool therapy
Also known as: Whirlpool, Hubbard tank, Aquatic whirlpool
Whirlpool therapy providing therapeutic heat and water agitation for pain relief and joint mobility. Used for extremity treatment and wound care.
In Plain Language
Hot water jet therapy for pain and healing
Clinical Context
Used for burn care, post-surgical wounds, and pain management. Water jet agitation promotes circulation and facilitates movement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 0.17 |
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 0.17, this code ranks in the 8th percentile among Medicine codes — 4.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97022?
CPT 97022 (Whirlpool therapy) is a Medicine code. Whirlpool therapy providing therapeutic heat and water agitation for pain relief and joint mobility. Used for extremity treatment and wound care.
Who uses CPT code 97022?
CPT 97022 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy. Used for burn care, post-surgical wounds, and pain management. Water jet agitation promotes circulation and facilitates movement.
When is CPT 97022 used?
Used for burn care, post-surgical wounds, and pain management. Water jet agitation promotes circulation and facilitates movement.
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