64610 Injection treatment of nerve
Also known as: chemodenervation dystonia, botulinum toxin dystonia
Chemodenervation with administration of chemical agent for treatment of severe muscle spasticity or dystonia in major muscle groups.
In Plain Language
muscle spasm/twisting treatment injection
Clinical Context
Used for dystonia, severe spasticity, and movement disorders affecting large muscle groups.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.02 |
| Total RVU | 7.02 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 7.02, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 64610?
CPT 64610 (Injection treatment of nerve) is a Surgery code. Chemodenervation with administration of chemical agent for treatment of severe muscle spasticity or dystonia in major muscle groups.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 64610?
The work RVU for CPT 64610 is 7.02. This code is primarily used by Neurology, Movement Disorders. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 64610 used?
Used for dystonia, severe spasticity, and movement disorders affecting large muscle groups.
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