64400 Njx aa and/or strd trigeminal nerve
Also known as: trigeminal nerve block, trigeminal nerve injection, trigeminal neuralgia treatment
Injection or anesthetic and/or steroid trigeminal nerve. This procedure involves injection of anesthetic and/or corticosteroid medication to the trigeminal nerve for pain relief.
In Plain Language
nerve pain relief injection in face
Clinical Context
Used for trigeminal neuralgia or trigeminal nerve pain management, particularly for initial treatment or breakthrough pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.73 |
| Total RVU | 0.73 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 0.73, this code ranks in the 2nd percentile among Surgery codes — 11.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64400?
CPT 64400 (Njx aa and/or strd trigeminal nerve) is a Surgery code. Injection or anesthetic and/or steroid trigeminal nerve. This procedure involves injection of anesthetic and/or corticosteroid medication to the trigeminal nerve for pain relief.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64400?
The work RVU for CPT 64400 is 0.73. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Pain Management, Interventional Radiology.
When is CPT 64400 used?
Used for trigeminal neuralgia or trigeminal nerve pain management, particularly for initial treatment or breakthrough pain.
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