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64435 Njx aa and/or strd paracrv nerve

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: paravertebral nerve block, PVB

Nerve injection for anesthetic and/or steroid administration to the paravertebral nerve. This procedure is performed without imaging guidance.

Clinical Context

Used for pain management of thoracic and back pain, intercostal neuralgia, and post-operative pain control. Common in anesthesia for thoracic surgery.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU0.73
Practice Expense RVU1.39
Malpractice RVU0.13
Total RVU2.25

Est. Medicare Payment

$75.15

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

Specialties

AnesthesiologyPain ManagementSurgery

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