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The use of peripheral nerve blocks before, during or after orthopedic procedures can save minutes in the OR, reduce the need for post-op opioids and speed patient recoveries. But reimbursement for these time- and cost-effective injections depends on properly administering, documenting and billing them. The following guidelines, which also apply to catheterizations for local anesthesia infusion pumps, can help you get paid painlessly.
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