97024 Diathermy eg microwave
Also known as: Diathermy, Microwave therapy, Deep heat therapy
Diathermy therapy using microwave or other deep heat modalities for pain relief and tissue healing. Heats deeper tissue layers.
In Plain Language
Deep heat therapy for pain and healing
Clinical Context
Used for deep muscle and joint pain, arthritis, and tissue healing. Microwave and shortwave diathermy penetrate to deeper tissues.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.06 |
| Total RVU | 0.06 |
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 0.06, this code ranks in the 3rd percentile among Medicine codes — 13.0x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97024?
CPT 97024 (Diathermy eg microwave) is a Medicine code. Diathermy therapy using microwave or other deep heat modalities for pain relief and tissue healing. Heats deeper tissue layers.
Who uses CPT code 97024?
CPT 97024 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation. Used for deep muscle and joint pain, arthritis, and tissue healing. Microwave and shortwave diathermy penetrate to deeper tissues.
When is CPT 97024 used?
Used for deep muscle and joint pain, arthritis, and tissue healing. Microwave and shortwave diathermy penetrate to deeper tissues.
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