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Is Medial Branch Spinal Injection Considered A Surgical Procedure?

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Posted on Wed, 23 Oct 2013
Question: Is a medial branch spinal injection considered a surgical procedure?
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
NO

Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about your back pain. Hope this spin injection help relief your of the pains.

This, in strict terms is not considered a surgical procedure. However, for billing purposes, this may be classified as a minor surgical/intervention procedure for harmonized use.

Hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well and glad to have had you use our services today. We wish you well and feel free to ask for any further clarifications if need be.
Thanks.
Dr. Ditah, MD
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

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Is Medial Branch Spinal Injection Considered A Surgical Procedure?

Brief Answer:
NO

Detailed Answer:
HI and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about your back pain. Hope this spin injection help relief your of the pains.

This, in strict terms is not considered a surgical procedure. However, for billing purposes, this may be classified as a minor surgical/intervention procedure for harmonized use.

Hope this addresses your query fully. I wish you well and glad to have had you use our services today. We wish you well and feel free to ask for any further clarifications if need be.
Thanks.
Dr. Ditah, MD