97039 Unlisted modality
Also known as: Unlisted modality, Unlisted therapy
Unlisted therapeutic modality. Used when no specific modality code exists for the treatment provided.
In Plain Language
Other physical therapy treatment
Clinical Context
Placeholder code for non-standard therapeutic modalities. Requires detailed narrative documentation.
RVU Information
CPT 97039 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Medicine category, 34% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97039?
CPT 97039 (Unlisted modality) is a Medicine code. Unlisted therapeutic modality. Used when no specific modality code exists for the treatment provided.
Who uses CPT code 97039?
CPT 97039 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation. Placeholder code for non-standard therapeutic modalities. Requires detailed narrative documentation.
When is CPT 97039 used?
Placeholder code for non-standard therapeutic modalities. Requires detailed narrative documentation.
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