97811 Acup 1/> without estim each add 15
Also known as: acupuncture add-on, acupuncture continuation, extended acupuncture
Acupuncture treatment with one or more needles without electrical stimulation for each additional 15-minute period beyond the initial treatment time.
Clinical Context
Used to report additional 15-minute increments of acupuncture without electrical stimulation beyond the initial period.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.46 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.36 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.03 |
| Total RVU | 0.85 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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