CPT 20527
Injection nzm palmar fascial cord
CPT 20527 at a glance
- Code
- 20527
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Njx nzm palmar fascial cord
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $55.39 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 20527?
CPT 20527 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Njx nzm palmar fascial cord". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 20527 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 20527 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 20527 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24); also commonly performed in an office or clinic (POS 11).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 20527?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 20527 is $55.39 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 20527?
CPT 20527 is most associated with General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.