Anesthesia Coding Alert

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Costochondral Injection = Intercostal

Question: How should I code for a costochondral injection?

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Answer: Costochondral" means "relating to the costal cartilages," which are in the rib area. CPT 64420 * (Injection, anesthetic agent; intercostal nerve, single) applies to costochondral injections.

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