AMA CPT® Assistant - 2011 Issue 5 (May)
Medicine: Neurology and Neuromuscular Procedures [Q & A] (May 2011)
May 2011 page 10a Medicine: Neurology and Neuromuscular Procedures Question: The device manufacturer directed me to use code 95904 to report studies, but my claims for multiple units of code 95904 are being denied. Can code 95904 , Nerve conduction, amplitude and latency/velocity study, each nerve; sensory , be used to report sensory nerve conduction tests (sNCTs), such as current perception testing? Answer: No. Code 95904 requires recording of amplitude and latency/velocity. sNCT is different and distinct from nerve conduction velocity, amplitude, and latency. In ad-dition, sensory nerve conduction study recordings must be made from electrodes placed directly over the nerve...
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Article Overview
This May 2011 CPT Assistant Q&A article addresses selected neurology and neuromuscular procedure reporting questions. It focuses on how certain neurodiagnostic services are discussed in relation to CPT, Category III, and HCPCS coding references, along with timing considerations for an EEG service. The article is useful for coders, billers, and neurology practices looking for guidance on how the topic is framed in official coding commentary.
Why This Topic Matters
Neurology testing is frequently subject to coding and claim-processing questions, especially when multiple code families may appear relevant. This article helps readers understand the scope of the coding discussion and the types of procedural reporting issues addressed in the source guidance.
Article Sections
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May 2011 page 10a
A Q&A format discussion covering neurology and neuromuscular procedure reporting topics. The section includes neurodiagnostic service coding references and a separate question on EEG recording time.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames coding questions related to neurodiagnostic services
- Which code sets are referenced in the discussion of sensory testing and EEG reporting
- What broad timing issue is addressed for an EEG service
- How the article presents related guidance from CPT Assistant and Medicare-linked coding references
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Neurology practice staff
- Billing professionals
- Compliance teams
Codes Discussed
Code Ranges Discussed
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