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Wiki Injection code for the PES ANSERINE

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jessica1974

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I am questioning which code is more appropriate when doing this injection. The provider is using 20552 for this injection. I am teetering between that code and the 20610. The note states it's a trigger point injection but it is really? This is still part of the knee therefore I'm not convinced that this is right. I lean towards the 20610 since it's still in the bursa or major joint. Can someone provide some clarification for me? Thanks.
 
Your code is 20610

The code for the pes anserine (bursitis) is going to be 20610. The doctor is injecting the bursa. A trigger point injection goes into the muscle, and the specific muscle being injected would need to be documented as well.
 
Thank you! I was thinking that this was the right code. The other coder in my office was also teetering. But we both just kept thinking it has to be that code. I appreciate your clarifying it for me. Have a great day!:cool:
 
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