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Epidural block injection

Date: Oct 17, 2022

Question:

"Reason for exam: CT fluoroscopy epidural block injection for right lumbar radiculopathy. CT was obtained, and images were used for localization of the right L4-5 neural foramen. Procedure: After infusion of subcutaneous xylocaine, a 22 gauge spinal needle was inserted into the patient's back at approximately the L4-5 level. Under CT fluoroscopy, the needle was then advanced so that the tip abuts against the exiting right L4 nerve root. With the needle tip in this location, a solution composing of 80 mg of Depo-Medrol and 4 cc of 0.25 % Sensorcaine was injected through the needle. The needle was then removed."

Code 62323 is charged by the rad department. It seems like a nerve block injection, and I would want to code it as 64479. Please advise.

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