CPT 97014 reports the application of unattended electrical stimulation, a physical medicine modality applied to one or more areas.
When to use 97014
Use 97014 for unattended electrical stimulation. Medicare and some payers use HCPCS equivalents such as G0281 for unattended stimulation, so verify the correct code per payer.
How to bill it
Report per the payer’s rules; confirm whether the payer requires the HCPCS equivalent (e.g., G0281) instead of 97014.
Common pitfalls
- Using 97014 for a Medicare claim when an HCPCS equivalent is required.
- Counting the modality toward timed therapeutic units.
Frequently asked questions
Does Medicare accept 97014?
Medicare often requires HCPCS equivalents such as G0281 for unattended electrical stimulation; verify before billing.
Is 97014 attended?
No. 97014 is unattended electrical stimulation; attended stimulation uses a different code.