20526 Therapy injection carp tunnel
Also known as: carpal tunnel injection, wrist tunnel injection
Therapeutic injection of medication into the carpal tunnel space to reduce inflammation and relieve compression neuropathy symptoms. This procedure provides steroid therapy directly to affected area.
Clinical Context
Used for symptomatic relief of carpal tunnel syndrome, reducing median nerve compression symptoms. Often first-line treatment before surgical decompression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.55 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.17 |
| Total RVU | 2.64 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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