If three different sites or segments of a given sensory nerve are tested in a nerve conduction study, should 95904 (DELETED IN 2013) be reported three times? ...
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Article Overview
This short coding guidance article explains how to think about reporting sensory nerve testing in nerve conduction studies when more than one site or segment is examined on the same nerve. It is aimed at medical coders and billing staff who work with electrodiagnostic studies and need to understand the scope of the guidance tied to a specific deleted procedure code.
Why This Topic Matters
Accurate reporting of nerve conduction studies affects claim integrity and consistency in electrodiagnostic coding. Knowing whether a study should be represented once or multiple times for different test sites helps avoid improper duplication.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames sensory nerve testing within nerve conduction study reporting.
- How the guidance relates to multiple sites or segments on the same nerve.
- How the article distinguishes testing of one sensory nerve from testing of separate sensory nerves.
- What the article says about a specific deleted code in this context.
Who Should Read This
- Medical coders
- Billing staff
- Reimbursement specialists
- Electrodiagnostic practice staff
Codes Discussed
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