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95873 Guide nerve destr elec stim

Medicine

Also known as: nerve destruction electrode placement, ablation electrode

Electrodes insertion for nerve destruction procedures; single electrode; includes electrostimulation and monitoring.

Clinical Context

Placement of electrode for therapeutic nerve destruction (radiofrequency ablation or chemical ablation). Used for chronic pain management.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.36
Practice Expense RVU1.91
Malpractice RVU0.01
Total RVU2.28

Est. Medicare Payment

$76.15

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Pain ManagementNeurology

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