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97542 Wheelchair mngment training

Medicine

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 RVU0.48
Total RVU0.48

Est. Medicare Payment

$16.03

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

Occupational TherapyRehabilitation

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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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.