AHA Coding Clinic® for HCPCS - 2026 Quarter 2; Ask the Editor
Popliteal Nerve Block
A patient was administered a popliteal nerve block for post-operative pain management. A single-shot injection of bupivacaine was administered under ultrasound guidance. What is the appropriate CPT procedure code for reporting the popliteal nerve block performed for post-operative pain management? ...
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Article Overview
This coding article addresses CPT guidance for reporting a popliteal nerve block performed for post-operative pain management. It is intended for coders and billing staff who work with anesthesia, pain management, and related procedural reporting. The article discusses the general clinical context, the relevant CPT procedure coding topic, and the fact that the advice supersedes earlier published guidance.
Why This Topic Matters
Correctly identifying the appropriate CPT reporting pathway for regional nerve blocks affects procedural coding consistency, claim accuracy, and alignment with updated coding guidance.
What You Will Learn
- The general coding topic covered by a popliteal nerve block case
- How the article frames CPT reporting for a nerve block in a post-operative setting
- How updated guidance is positioned relative to earlier published advice
- The clinical context in which imaging guidance is discussed
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Coding auditors
- Billing staff
- Anesthesia and pain management practices
- Revenue cycle teams
Codes Discussed
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