64425 Njx aa and/or strd ii ih nerves
Also known as: ilioinguinal block, iliohypogastric nerve block, groin nerve block
Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid into ilioinguinal and/or iliohypogastric nerves. This procedure involves medication injection to groin nerves for lower abdominal and groin pain.
In Plain Language
pain relief injection for groin nerves
Clinical Context
Used for inguinal pain, groin trauma, post-hernia repair pain, and lower abdominal pain management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.98 |
| Total RVU | 0.98 |
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 0.98, this code ranks in the 4th percentile among Surgery codes — 8.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64425?
CPT 64425 (Njx aa and/or strd ii ih nerves) is a Surgery code. Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid into ilioinguinal and/or iliohypogastric nerves. This procedure involves medication injection to groin nerves for lower abdominal and groin pain.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64425?
The work RVU for CPT 64425 is 0.98. This code is primarily used by Anesthesiology, Pain Management.
When is CPT 64425 used?
Used for inguinal pain, groin trauma, post-hernia repair pain, and lower abdominal pain management.
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