97545 Work hardening
Also known as: Work hardening, Work conditioning, Return to work program
Work hardening program focusing on improving physical capacity, tolerance, and skills necessary for return to work.
In Plain Language
Training to get back to work
Clinical Context
Intensive rehabilitation program for injured workers. Improves strength, endurance, and work-specific skills.
RVU Information
CPT 97545 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 97545?
CPT 97545 (Work hardening) is a Medicine code. Work hardening program focusing on improving physical capacity, tolerance, and skills necessary for return to work.
Who uses CPT code 97545?
CPT 97545 is used by Rehabilitation, Occupational Therapy. Intensive rehabilitation program for injured workers. Improves strength, endurance, and work-specific skills.
When is CPT 97545 used?
Intensive rehabilitation program for injured workers. Improves strength, endurance, and work-specific skills.
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