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97761 Prosthetic traing first enc

Medicine

Also known as: prosthetic training, prosthesis fitting and training, artificial limb training

Initial prosthetic device training and management session teaching patient proper use, fitting, and ambulation techniques for a prosthetic limb during the first encounter.

In Plain Language

learning to use an artificial limb; training on a prosthetic device

Clinical Context

Used during the first prosthetic training appointment for patients with limb loss or congenital limb deficiency, focusing on fitting, gait training, and functional use.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.50
Total RVU0.50

Est. Medicare Payment

$16.70

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 0.50, this code ranks in the 34th percentile among Medicine codes — 1.6x below the median (0.78). The highest wRVU in this category is 23.92.

Specialties

Physical Medicine and RehabilitationOrthopedic SurgeryProsthetics

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPT code 97761?

CPT 97761 (Prosthetic traing first enc) is a Medicine code. Initial prosthetic device training and management session teaching patient proper use, fitting, and ambulation techniques for a prosthetic limb during the first encounter.

Who uses CPT code 97761?

CPT 97761 is used by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Orthopedic Surgery, Prosthetics. Used during the first prosthetic training appointment for patients with limb loss or congenital limb deficiency, focusing on fitting, gait training, and functional use.

When is CPT 97761 used?

Used during the first prosthetic training appointment for patients with limb loss or congenital limb deficiency, focusing on fitting, gait training, and functional use.

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