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Pinpoint Right Code for InterStim® Procedure

Question: I am still new to urology coding. How would you code an InterStim® lead and generator removal and replacement with an incision approach? AAPC Forum Member Answer: You should report the following codes on your claim: 64581 (Incision for implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; sacral nerve (transforaminal placement)) 64590 (Insertion or replacement of peripheral or gastric neurostimulator pulse generator [...]
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