Coding Brief: Reporting Percutaneous Implantation of Neurostimulator Electrode Arrays Codes (October 2018)

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers identify which CPT peripheral nerve neurostimulator guidance changed between 2018 and 2019 and where related reporting references are located. That makes it relevant for practices coding neuromodulation, nerve stimulation, and implant-related procedures.

Article Sections

1. October 2018 page 8

   Issue and page identification for the coding brief.

2. Coding Brief: Reporting Percutaneous Implantation of Neurostimulator Electrode Arrays Codes

   Overview of the CPT peripheral nerve neurostimulator topic and the scope of the changes discussed in the article.

3. Neurostimulators (Peripheral Nerve)

   Discussion of CPT peripheral nerve neurostimulator reporting changes, including updated guidance and related references for implantation and stimulation services.

4. Guidelines

   Revised CPT guidance for peripheral nerve neurostimulator electrode array reporting and related electronic analysis references.

5. Coding Tip

   Brief note on the use of an unlisted procedure code for certain needle-based stimulation services and the need for supporting documentation.

6. Reporting Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation (TENS)

   Question-and-answer style discussion of revised CPT reporting guidance for transcutaneous nerve stimulation and related modality codes.