The descriptor of CPT code 20982 states Ablation therapy for reduction or eradication of 1

The descriptor of CPT code 20982 states Ablation therapy for reduction or eradication of 1 or more bone tumors (eg, metastasis) including adjacent soft tissue when involved by tumor extension, percutaneous, including imaging guidance when performed; radiofrequency. Is this per bone or all bones? For example, if tumor ablation of the spine is performed at four levels, how many times may code 20982 be reported?

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CPT Knowledgebase - Dec 7, 2015