97026 Infrared therapy
Medicine
Also known as: Infrared therapy, Infrared light, Heat lamp therapy
Infrared light therapy for pain relief and circulation improvement. Uses infrared wavelengths to deliver heat to tissue.
Clinical Context
Used for localized pain, muscle tension, and circulation enhancement. Infrared light penetrates skin and increases local blood flow.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.06 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.13 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.01 |
| Total RVU | 0.20 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$6.68
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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