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RFA of the Suprascapular Nerve

Date: Aug 13, 2020

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Would you code this as 64640 for a peripheral nerve, or 64999 unlisted? "Using intermittent fluoroscopy guidance, a 25 gauge, 3.5 inch needle with 10 mm active tip was slowly advanced through the skin and towards the suprascapular notch. Thereafter, sensory stimulation at 1V and 2Hz replicated the pain pattern. After negative air and heme aspiration, medication mixture was injected. RFA was undertaken at 42 degrees and 120 seconds. All needles were removed, and a sterile dressing was applied."

Question ID : 14318
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