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99183 Hyperbaric oxygen therapy

Medicine

Also known as: hyperbaric oxygen, HBO therapy, oxygen chamber therapy

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy treatment sessions where the patient breathes pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber to enhance tissue oxygenation and wound healing.

Clinical Context

Used for hyperbaric oxygen therapy for non-healing wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, carbon monoxide poisoning, or other approved indications.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU2.06
Practice Expense RVU0.96
Malpractice RVU0.26
Total RVU3.28

Est. Medicare Payment

$109.55

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

Specialties

Wound CareSurgeryHyperbaric Medicine

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.