Follow chemodenervation guidelines in CPT 2013

Why This Topic Matters

The article helps readers understand a major CPT reporting change for nerve conduction studies and the supporting guidance that can affect claim accuracy, payer review, and denial prevention.

Article Sections

1. Train your staff to use 2013 NCS codes

   Introduces the 2013 update to nerve conduction study reporting and the need for staff preparation. Summarizes the general structure of the revised code set and the type of guidance covered in the article.

2. Definition of an NCS and counting guidance

   Summarizes the broad categories used to define a nerve conduction study and discusses the source guidance on how studies are counted when multiple sites are involved. Also references supporting material used to interpret the reporting approach.

3. Coding scenarios and Appendix J considerations

   Reviews example testing scenarios involving sensory and motor studies and discusses how the updated counting framework relates to reporting concerns. Includes the article’s discussion of Appendix J and denial risk in bilateral testing situations.