CPT Knowledgebase - Feb 14, 2019

What are some examples of paravertebral blocks (PVB) captured in CPT codes 64461-64463? It was assumed that erector spinae is one example, but an FAQ in the January 2018 issue of the CPT Assistant newsletter referred to code 64999 instead. However, according to some physicians, the erector spinae is actually a paravertebral structure that is commonly addressed, injected, or treated, when performing postoperative pain blocks or managing postoperative pain.

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