64417 Njx aa and/or strd ax nerve img
Also known as: axillary nerve block, axillary nerve injection
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid into axillary nerve with imaging guidance. This procedure delivers medication to the axillary nerve under ultrasound or fluoroscopic visualization.
Clinical Context
Used for shoulder pain management and distal arm analgesia, particularly for orthopedic procedures and postoperative pain control.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.28 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 4.16 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.13 |
| Total RVU | 5.57 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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