97150 Group therapeutic procedures
Also known as: Group therapy, Group PT, Group exercise class
Group therapeutic procedures provided simultaneously to two or more patients in same setting for economical and social benefits.
In Plain Language
Therapy class with other patients
Clinical Context
Used for cost-effective delivery of rehabilitation services. Provides peer support and motivation for exercise participation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.29 |
| Total RVU | 0.29 |
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 0.29, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Medicine codes — 2.7x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97150?
CPT 97150 (Group therapeutic procedures) is a Medicine code. Group therapeutic procedures provided simultaneously to two or more patients in same setting for economical and social benefits.
Who uses CPT code 97150?
CPT 97150 is used by Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy. Used for cost-effective delivery of rehabilitation services. Provides peer support and motivation for exercise participation.
When is CPT 97150 used?
Used for cost-effective delivery of rehabilitation services. Provides peer support and motivation for exercise participation.
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