64510 N block stellate ganglion
Also known as: stellate ganglion block, cervicothoracic ganglion block, sympathetic nerve block
Nerve block of the stellate ganglion through injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication. Also called stellate cervicothoracic ganglion block.
In Plain Language
neck nerve pain injection; sympathetic pain relief shot
Clinical Context
Used for complex regional pain syndrome, neuropathic pain, and phantom limb pain. Blocks sympathetic innervation to upper extremity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.19 |
| Total RVU | 1.19 |
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 1.19, this code ranks in the 6th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64510?
CPT 64510 (N block stellate ganglion) is a Surgery code. Nerve block of the stellate ganglion through injection of anesthetic and/or steroid medication. Also called stellate cervicothoracic ganglion block.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64510?
The work RVU for CPT 64510 is 1.19. This code is primarily used by Pain Management, Anesthesiology, Physiatry.
When is CPT 64510 used?
Used for complex regional pain syndrome, neuropathic pain, and phantom limb pain. Blocks sympathetic innervation to upper extremity.
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against national data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.