Question

Remember to use the format CPT-4 code-modifier; when a modifier applies to the scenario. (No spaces)

example: 27510-RT

If more than one code is needed, please leave one space only between codes: example :

xxxxx xxxxx

1. 55 year old female with fibromyalgia underwent an injection to four trigger points with ultrasonic guidance. Two injections on the trapezius muscle, one more to the deltoid and the last one on the biceps.

(do not forget to add an additional code for the radiological guidance, this code should be listed after the procedure code)

Answer 1

CPT code – 20553 - Injection(s); lone or manifold trigger points, three or more muscles

Explanation:

-A trigger point is a region of profoundly delicate tissue inside a muscle or around muscles that may cause agony and delicacy.

-This frequently depicted as an agonizing bunch or tight band of muscle fiber.

-At the point when a sound muscle is dynamic, the muscle will contract and unwind.

-Upon examination, a doctor may distinguish these knot(s) or tight band(s) by palpating the skin.

-Treatment for the influenced trigger focuses is like antiquated Chinese strategies, it includes injection(s) of prescription into the harmed tissue territory.

-The infusion serum may incorporate medicines, for example, a neighborhood analgesic, a calming medication, corticosteroid, as well as would be expected saline arrangement.

-The objective of the injection(s) is to mitigate the patient of muscle pressure and agony.

-Contingent upon the patient's reaction and level of help with discomfort accomplished from the infusion treatment, a mix of the pharmaceuticals might be required.

-Similarly, contingent upon the quantity of muscle or muscle bunches included, and the degree of delicate tissue harm, a few infusions or a progression of infusions might be important to reduce the agony.