97607 Neg prs wnd therapy ndme<=50sqcm
Also known as: Portable NPWT, Low-pressure therapy, Non-DME NPWT
Negative pressure wound therapy without durable medical equipment for wounds up to 50 square centimeters using portable or non-DME devices.
In Plain Language
Portable vacuum wound treatment
Clinical Context
Used for smaller wounds using non-durable equipment or portable negative pressure devices. More economical for selected patients.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.40 |
| Total RVU | 0.40 |
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 0.40, this code ranks in the 25th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.9x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 97607?
CPT 97607 (Neg prs wnd therapy ndme<=50sqcm) is a Medicine code. Negative pressure wound therapy without durable medical equipment for wounds up to 50 square centimeters using portable or non-DME devices.
Who uses CPT code 97607?
CPT 97607 is used by Wound Care, Physical Therapy. Used for smaller wounds using non-durable equipment or portable negative pressure devices. More economical for selected patients.
When is CPT 97607 used?
Used for smaller wounds using non-durable equipment or portable negative pressure devices. More economical for selected patients.
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