New CPT Codes for Arthrocentesis

Codes 20600, 20605, and 20610 have been re-defined to specify arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection with- out ultrasound guidance. Providers wishing to report one of these procedures with ultrasound guidance must now report 20604, 20606, or 20611. You no longer need to report code 76942 separately. See below for the full descriptions:

20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guid- ance, with permanent recording and reporting

20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, wrist, elbow, ankle); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting.