97542 Wheelchair mngment training
Also known as: Wheelchair training, Wheelchair management, Mobility training
Wheelchair management and training for safe use, mobility, transfers, and accessibility in home and community environments.
In Plain Language
Training to use and care for wheelchair
Clinical Context
Used for patients requiring wheelchair mobility. Training includes safe operation, transfers, and environmental accessibility.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 0.48 |
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 0.48, this code ranks in the 31st percentile among Medicine codes — 1.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97542?
CPT 97542 (Wheelchair mngment training) is a Medicine code. Wheelchair management and training for safe use, mobility, transfers, and accessibility in home and community environments.
Who uses CPT code 97542?
CPT 97542 is used by Occupational Therapy, Rehabilitation. Used for patients requiring wheelchair mobility. Training includes safe operation, transfers, and environmental accessibility.
When is CPT 97542 used?
Used for patients requiring wheelchair mobility. Training includes safe operation, transfers, and environmental accessibility.
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