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97608 Neg prs wnd therapy ndme>50sqcm

Medicine

Also known as: Large portable NPWT, Extended non-DME therapy, Large portable vacuum

Negative pressure wound therapy without durable medical equipment for wounds greater than 50 square centimeters using portable or non-DME devices.

Clinical Context

Extended negative pressure therapy without durable equipment for larger wound areas.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.45
Practice Expense RVU11.35
Malpractice RVU0.08
Total RVU11.88

Est. Medicare Payment

$396.79

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Wound CarePhysical Therapy

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