Application of Capsaicin Patch

A patient with diabetic peripheral neuropathy presents to the hospital outpatient department for treatment of symptoms. Upon arrival to the operating room the patient’s left foot is marked and prepped. The physician applies a capsaicin patch and leaves it in place for 30 minutes. After the specified duration, the patch is removed.  What is the appropriate CPT code assignment for application of a topical capsaicin patch to the skin for treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy? ...

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