G0259 Inject for sacroiliac joint
Also known as: sacroiliac joint injection, SI joint injection
Injection into sacroiliac joint for therapeutic or diagnostic purpose, including localization and assessment of joint-related pain.
In Plain Language
Injection into hip-spine joint; Sacroiliac joint treatment
Clinical Context
Therapeutic or diagnostic injection of sacroiliac joint for management of sacroiliitis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction with lower back and buttock pain.
RVU Information
CPT G0259 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
Billing & Documentation
G-codes are CMS-specific HCPCS codes for services not covered by standard CPT. Documentation requirements follow the same standards as the equivalent CPT service. Check Medicare LCD/NCD policies for coverage criteria.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the G Codes category, 85% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code G0259?
CPT G0259 (Inject for sacroiliac joint) is a G Codes code. Injection into sacroiliac joint for therapeutic or diagnostic purpose, including localization and assessment of joint-related pain.
Who uses CPT code G0259?
CPT G0259 is used by Physical Medicine, Pain Management, Orthopedic Surgery. Therapeutic or diagnostic injection of sacroiliac joint for management of sacroiliitis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction with lower back and buttock pain.
When is CPT G0259 used?
Therapeutic or diagnostic injection of sacroiliac joint for management of sacroiliitis or sacroiliac joint dysfunction with lower back and buttock pain.
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