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What is the correct CPT code for fluoroscopically-guided intrathecal stem cells infusion? "DX: ALS here for brainstorm trial. This is a new procedure to our facility. so far i understand the technology is NurOwn a type of cell derived from an individual’s own bone marrow. Thank you. PROCEDURE: The patient was placed in the prone position on the fluoroscopy table. The L5-S1 level access The area was prepped and draped in the usual sterile fashion. The overlying soft tissues were anesthetized using 1% lidocaine. A 20 gauge spinal needle was advanced into the thecal sac under fluoroscopic guidance. CSF was returned. 5 mL CSF fluid was removed, 4 mL of stem cells was infused. At the conclusion of the procedure, the needle was entirely removed and site dressed. SPECIMEN TO LAB: Fluid sent to laboratory for evaluation."