CPT 64620
Global 010 ActiveInjection treatment of nerve
CPT 64620 Billing & Documentation Guide
CPT code 64620 (Injection treatment of nerve) is classified under Surgery (Endocrine/Nervous/Eye/Ear) with a global period indicator of 010. The 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule assigns a work RVU of 2.82, a non-facility practice expense RVU of 3.58, and a malpractice RVU of 0.36, a total non-facility RVU of 6.76 and facility RVU of 5.01. With the current conversion factor of $33.4009, the national average non-facility reimbursement is approximately $231.2, though rates vary from $203.1 to $283.42 based on MAC locality and Geographic Practice Cost Indices (GPCIs).
When billing 64620, ensure documentation supports medical necessity and the specific components required for the code's level of service. For E/M codes, document MDM (medical decision-making) elements: problems addressed, data reviewed, and risk. For procedural codes, document the indication, technique, and any complications. Always verify NCCI edits before bundling 64620 with related codes; this code has 10 PTP bundling relationships on file (see table below).
Payment Status & Global Period
Active code (paid under MPFS)
10-day global period (minor procedure: pre-op day + procedure + 10 days post-op)
MUE Limit (Medically Unlikely Edits)
Submitting more than 5 units of 64620 for the same patient on the same date triggers automatic line denial unless an appropriate modifier and supporting documentation justify the higher quantity.
RVU Breakdown, CPT 64620
| Component | Non-Facility | Facility |
|---|---|---|
| Work RVU | 2.82 | 2.82 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.58 | 1.83 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.36 | 0.36 |
| Total RVU | 6.76 | 5.01 |
| Conversion Factor | $33.4009 | |
2026 Medicare Reimbursement by State, CPT 64620
State-level averages across all MAC localities. Non-facility rates typically apply to office-based services; facility rates apply to hospital outpatient / inpatient.
| State | Non-Facility | Facility | Range (Non-Fac) | Localities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $245.58 | $176.41 | $233.29 - $283.42 | 29 |
| Florida | $237.57 | $178.93 | $226.58 - $249.08 | 3 |
| Georgia | $222.79 | $167.04 | $215.18 - $230.4 | 2 |
| Illinois | $233.04 | $176.56 | $222.16 - $242.62 | 4 |
| Michigan | $223.39 | $168.51 | $216.94 - $229.85 | 2 |
| North Carolina | $213.44 | $158.9 | $213.44 - $213.44 | 1 |
| New York | $248.4 | $183.19 | $216.24 - $264.72 | 5 |
| Ohio | $215.48 | $162.12 | $215.48 - $215.48 | 1 |
| Pennsylvania | $225.02 | $167.77 | $215.32 - $234.71 | 2 |
| Texas | $223.6 | $166.05 | $214.17 - $231.54 | 8 |
Source: CMS PFSRVU 2026 · Updated 2026-04-01. Full locality-level detail available for all 53 states, contact us for custom reports.
NCCI Bundling Edits, CPT 64620
Procedure-to-procedure (PTP) edits. If you bill any of these codes with 64620 on the same date of service, review the modifier indicator and payer policy before submission.
| Partner Code | Relationship | Modifier Allowed | Rationale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0213T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0228T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
| 0230T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0333T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction |
| 0464T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | No | CPT Manual or CMS manual coding instruction |
| 0596T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0597T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0708T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0709T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Standards of medical/surgical practice |
| 0903T | Column 1 (primary), can be billed with modifier | Yes | Misuse of Column Two code with Column One code |
Frequently Asked Questions, CPT 64620
What does CPT code 64620 mean? +
CPT code 64620 represents: Injection treatment of nerve. It's in the Surgery (Endocrine/Nervous/Eye/Ear) category with a global period of 010.
What is the Medicare reimbursement for CPT 64620? +
The 2026 Medicare national average non-facility payment for CPT 64620 is $231.2. Rates range from $203.1 to $283.42 across 53 states depending on MAC locality and GPCIs.
What modifiers can I use with CPT 64620? +
Surgery codes commonly use modifier 22 (increased procedural services), 50 (bilateral), 51 (multiple procedures), 52 (reduced services), 58/78/79 (staged, unplanned return, unrelated within global), 62 (co-surgeons), 80/82 (assistant surgeon), and 59 or the X{EPSU} subset for distinct procedural service.
What bundling edits apply to CPT 64620? +
This code has 10 NCCI PTP bundling relationships. See the NCCI Bundling section below for full list.
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Verified against the CMS 2026 code set on May 31, 2026.
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