Wiki cpt code 64622 and 64623

[codedog]

doc office wants to do this procedure at our asc cpt code 64622 and 64623 - lumbar facet l2, l3, l4, l5 , now its under radiofrequency . We dont have a machine and itwill cost some dollars to rent . My question is is there a seperate code for the radiofrequency or is it included with the codes- This is a blue cross patient ? help

 

[bethh05]

CPT codes 64620-64640 is for Radiofrequency, sometimes the physician refers to it as cryoablation also. You can also bill the flouroscopy if used; 77003-TC.

 

[codedog]

Thanks