HCPCS & CPT coding

CPT 20610

Definition

Arthrocentesis, aspiration or injection of a major joint or bursa.

Used for intra-articular corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid injections. The drug is billed separately; the code covers the procedure only.

CPT codeA five-digit Current Procedural Terminology code identifying a procedure or service performed by a clinician.Definition J-codeA HCPCS Level II code beginning with J that identifies a drug administered by a clinician rather than self-administered.Definition

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