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Settle This Morton's Neuroma CPT® Code Debate

Published on Fri Mar 29, 2019

Question: The podiatrist diagnosed the patient with Morton’s neuroma. According to the podiatrist’s treatment plan, he injected a steroid or anesthetic agent for temporary pain relief. I believe we should report 64455 for this service, but one of my co-workers insists we report 64632. Could you please settle this debate? Hawaii Subscriber Answer: You are correct. For the service you described, you should [...]
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