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Note that CPT code 64550 is for application of surface (transcutaneous) neurostimulator and is an operative/postoperative code. Use of this code would seldom fall under a therapy plan of treatment.
When you code for transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), you'll likely be using one of three codes--64550, 97014 or 97032--but knowing when to use them is the key to unlocking reimbursement.
1 sty 2019 · 64550 - CPT® Code in category: 60000 - 69999 -/+ Deleted, Replaced, Expanded Codes... CPT Code information is available to subscribers and includes the CPT code number, short description, long description, guidelines and more.
(TENS) units (CPT Code 64550; HCPCS Codes E0720, E0730. Please refer to the applicable benefit plan ) document. If not specifically limited by the benefit plan, Cigna covers a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) as medically necessary as an adjunct to conventional postoperative pain - management within 30 days of surgery.
CPT Code: 64550 Description: Application of surface (transcutaneous) neurostimulator (eg, TENS unit) Status Code. A Active Code. These codes are paid separately under the physician fee schedule, if covered. There will be RVUs for codes with this status. The presence of an “A” indicator does not mean that Medicare has made a nation. Global ...
In accordance with AMA CPT guidelines and resources, CPT 64555 appropriately describes the implantation procedure of SPRINT PNS system lead(s). 1-3 Medicare reimburses ASCs under a fee schedule assigned to each CPT code. 4,5 Commercial/Private payers may base
28 sty 2020 · CR 11501 updates the list of codes that sometimes or always describe therapy services. The additions, changes, and deletions to the therapy code list reflect those made in the Calendar Year (CY) 2020 Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Level II HCPCS. Make sure your billing staffs are aware of these updates.