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64486 Tap block unil by injection

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: adductor canal block, saphenous nerve block, tap block injection

Tap block (adductor canal block) performed unilaterally with single anesthetic injection without continuous infusion.

Clinical Context

Used for knee pain and surgery anesthesia. Targets saphenous nerve and vastus medialis obliquus nerve in adductor canal.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.17
Practice Expense RVU2.50
Malpractice RVU0.09
Total RVU3.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$125.58

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

Specialties

AnesthesiologyPain ManagementOrthopedic Surgery

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