97026 Infrared therapy
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.
In Plain Language
Infrared heat lamp for pain
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 |
| 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 97026?
CPT 97026 (Infrared therapy) is a Medicine code. Infrared light therapy for pain relief and circulation improvement. Uses infrared wavelengths to deliver heat to tissue.
Who uses CPT code 97026?
CPT 97026 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation. Used for localized pain, muscle tension, and circulation enhancement. Infrared light penetrates skin and increases local blood flow.
When is CPT 97026 used?
Used for localized pain, muscle tension, and circulation enhancement. Infrared light penetrates skin and increases local blood flow.
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