CPT® Code 95976

Electronic analysis of implanted neurostimulator pulse generator/transmitter (eg, contact group[s], interleaving, amplitude, pulse width, frequency [Hz], on/off cycling, burst, magnet mode, dose lockout, patient selectable parameters, responsive neurostimulation, detection algorithms, closed loop parameters, and passive parameters) by physician or other qualified health care professional; with simple cranial nerve neurostimulator pulse generator/transmitter programming by physician or other qualified health care professional

The CPT® Code 95976 refers to the electronic analysis of an implanted neurostimulator pulse generator or transmitter, which is a device used to deliver electrical impulses to cranial nerves for therapeutic purposes. This procedure involves a comprehensive assessment of various parameters associated with the neurostimulator, including contact groups, interleaving, amplitude, pulse width, frequency (measured in Hertz), on/off cycling, burst mode, magnet mode, dose lockout, patient-selectable parameters, responsive neurostimulation, detection algorithms, closed-loop parameters, and passive parameters. The analysis is conducted by a physician or other qualified healthcare professional to ensure the device is functioning optimally and to make necessary adjustments to the programming of the neurostimulator. The implanted neurostimulator system typically consists of a pulse generator that is surgically placed in a subcutaneous pocket, with leads that are tunneled from the nerve being stimulated to the generator. This setup allows for the delivery of electrical impulses to treat various conditions, such as chronic pain, epilepsy, and depression. Regular electronic analysis is crucial for monitoring the device's performance, as it helps in documenting any logged events, battery status, electrode impedance, and current programmed settings. During the programming phase, the healthcare professional adjusts specific parameters to achieve optimal therapeutic stimulation. For a simple cranial nerve neurostimulator pulse generator/transmitter, adjustments may involve three or fewer parameters, while for a complex system, four or more parameters may be modified. This iterative process of stimulation trials continues until the desired therapeutic effect is achieved, ensuring that the patient receives the most effective treatment possible.