February 2016 page 13c
Surgery: Nervous System
Question: What is the appropriate CPT code to report the placement of the Neuro-Stim System™ Electro-Auricular Device™ for pain management?
Answer: The Neuro-Stim System™ Electro-Auricular Device™ is a small implant, which is similar to the size of a hearing aid, that rests behind the ear and generates a low, continual frequency and pulse in an effort to help decrease chronic pain in the neck and/or back. Therefore, it is not appropriate to report codes for nerve stimulators that are implanted directly into the body, such as code 64555, Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator...
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This article addresses a nervous system surgery coding question from February 2016 and explains the general coding context for a particular implantable pain-management device. It is useful for coders, billers, and clinical documentation staff who work with CPT reporting and need to understand the type of guidance the article provides, including when an unlisted-procedure code is involved and what supporting documentation may be expected.
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It helps readers quickly determine whether the article applies to their CPT coding workflow for nervous system procedures and whether they need the full guidance before submitting claims.
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February 2016 page 13c
A short Q&A item from a specific CPT Assistant issue focused on a nervous system coding scenario and associated documentation considerations.
What You Will Learn
What subject area the article addresses
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Why documentation may be discussed in connection with an unlisted-procedure scenario
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Who Should Read This
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Codes Discussed
CPT: 64555
CPT: 64999
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