CPT® Code 0282T

Percutaneous or open implantation of neurostimulator electrode array(s), subcutaneous (peripheral subcutaneous field stimulation), including imaging guidance, when performed, cervical, thoracic or lumbar; for trial, including removal at the conclusion of trial period

The procedure described by CPT® Code 0282T involves the implantation of neurostimulator electrode arrays in a subcutaneous manner, specifically targeting peripheral subcutaneous field stimulation. This technique is utilized to alleviate pain in patients suffering from conditions affecting the cervical, thoracic, or lumbar regions of the spine. Unlike traditional spinal cord stimulation, which targets the central nervous system, peripheral subcutaneous field stimulation focuses on delivering electrical impulses directly to the painful areas just beneath the skin. This method aims to provide localized pain relief by modulating the nerve signals in the affected regions. The procedure is categorized as a trial implantation, which allows for the assessment of the patient's response to the stimulation before any permanent devices are implanted. The trial period typically lasts between 2 to 14 days, during which the effectiveness of the stimulation is evaluated. If the trial proves successful in reducing pain, the patient may then proceed to a permanent implantation of the neurostimulator electrode array and an implantable pulse generator, as described in the subsequent CPT® Code 0283T.