Wiki Lumbar Epidural - Coding question

[coderguy1939]

Doctor attempted a lumbar epidural injection (62311) at the L5-S1 interspace but could not complete it because of spondylytic changes. He was successful on the second attempt by inserting the needle at the sacral hiatus. I am coding this as follows: 62311 74 and 62311-59. Is this correct? Thanks.

 

[haadi]

Code only 62311, when the procedure is completed successfully than no need of coding for unsuccessful attempt.

thanks!

 

[coderguy1939]

Thanks. I appreciate your help.