Nervous System/Surgery (November 2004)

November 2004 page 11 Coding Consultation: Questions and Answers Nervous System/Surgery, 64517 (Q&A) Question On which anatomic area is the superior hypogastric block focused as described by code 64517 , Injection, anesthetic agent; superior hypogastric plexus? AMA Comment Code 64517 was added to CPT 2004 to describe the injection of an anesthetic agent into the superior hypogastric plexus. A superior hypogastric plexus block focuses on providing relief from pain in the pelvic area and requires a technique that is substantially different from other blocks. The physician must pass a needle through the L5-S1 interspace to inject the anesthetic. Additionally...

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This article addresses a coding consultation from the nervous system/surgery section of CPT Assistant. It explains the scope of the discussed injection service, notes the anatomic region involved, and covers related reporting considerations for accompanying imaging guidance. The piece is intended for coding professionals who need to understand how the consultation frames this CPT topic.

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It helps coders and billing staff interpret a specific CPT consultation in context, especially when determining how the procedure is described and what associated services may be considered separately.

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  1. Coding Consultation: Questions and Answers

    A brief Q&A format article focused on a CPT nervous system/surgery consultation topic and related procedural reporting considerations.

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  • The general subject of the coding consultation
  • How the article frames the anatomic focus of the discussed service
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