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Synovial Cyst Injection With Meds

Date: May 17, 2023

Question:

If a synovial cyst is injected with meds, is this still considered an unlisted procedure code, or would this be considered a facet joint injection?

"The needle was then withdrawn into the extraspinal component of the synovial cyst located lateral to the left L4-5 facet joint. The cyst was aspirated and lavaged with preservative-free sterile saline, and then 1 mL dexamethasone was injected into the synovial cyst. The needle was then removed."

Question ID : 18838
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