97598 Debridement opn wnd additional 20cm/<
Also known as: Additional debridement, Debridement extension, Extra wound area
Debridement of open wound by non-selective method for each additional 20 square centimeters or less beyond the first area.
In Plain Language
Cleaning more dead tissue from wound
Clinical Context
Add-on code for debridement of additional wound areas. Stacked for larger or multiple wound debridement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.49 |
| Total RVU | 0.49 |
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 0.49, this code ranks in the 33rd 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 97598?
CPT 97598 (Debridement opn wnd additional 20cm/<) is a Medicine code. Debridement of open wound by non-selective method for each additional 20 square centimeters or less beyond the first area.
Who uses CPT code 97598?
CPT 97598 is used by Wound Care, Physical Therapy. Add-on code for debridement of additional wound areas. Stacked for larger or multiple wound debridement.
When is CPT 97598 used?
Add-on code for debridement of additional wound areas. Stacked for larger or multiple wound debridement.
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