97124 Massage therapy
Also known as: Therapeutic massage, Clinical massage, Massage therapy
Massage therapy performed therapeutically for pain relief, improved circulation, and muscle relaxation.
In Plain Language
Therapeutic massage for pain and relaxation
Clinical Context
Used for muscle tension, pain management, and circulation improvement. Can be adjunct to other rehabilitation therapies.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.35 |
| Total RVU | 0.35 |
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 0.35, this code ranks in the 21st percentile among Medicine codes — 2.2x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97124?
CPT 97124 (Massage therapy) is a Medicine code. Massage therapy performed therapeutically for pain relief, improved circulation, and muscle relaxation.
Who uses CPT code 97124?
CPT 97124 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Massage Therapy. Used for muscle tension, pain management, and circulation improvement. Can be adjunct to other rehabilitation therapies.
When is CPT 97124 used?
Used for muscle tension, pain management, and circulation improvement. Can be adjunct to other rehabilitation therapies.
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