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Double-Charge Detector 0682T

Removal pulse gen only isdss — 214 bundling rules

If your bill lists 0682T alongside any of these codes as separate charges, it may be an unbundling error.

By Kevin Nyk , Medical Billing Analyst · ·
About the analyst

Kevin Nyk analyzes hospital pricing data at BillRazor Research. He specializes in Medicare reimbursement patterns and chargemaster pricing across U.S. hospitals. Expertise: hospital pricing, Medicare rates, chargemaster analysis.

NCCI edit data
214 code pairs
Updated 2026-04-03
Bundling rules — 0682T
NCCI edits: these codes have billing restrictions when billed with 0682T
0682T0213TNjx paravert w/us cer/thorNever bill together0216TNjx paravert w/us lumb/sacNever bill together0676TLaps insj nw/rpcmt isdss eaNever bill together0678TLaps repos lead isdss ea addNever bill together0683TPrgrmg dev eval isdss ipNever bill together0684TPeri-px dev eval isdss ipNever bill together0685TInterrog dev eval isdss ipNever bill together0903TEcg alg 12 lead reduced i&rMay bill with modifier
Research suggests 49–80% of hospital bills contain errors. Our system checks every line item against Medicare benchmarks.

Common unbundling errors — Other procedures

Unbundling occurs when medical providers bill two separate codes for services that should be combined into a single charge according to National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) rules. In other procedures including anesthesia, radiology, pathology, and miscellaneous support services, common unbundling patterns include separately billing diagnostic imaging with its professional interpretation when both should be included in one comprehensive code, and charging for basic monitoring or preparation services alongside the primary procedure when these components are considered integral parts of the main service. Another frequent error involves billing multiple pathology examination codes for what constitutes a single comprehensive analysis. With 809 other codes subject to bundling restrictions in the NCCI database, these errors create charges above the benchmark for patients who receive multiple bills for what should constitute one complete service. The potential difference between unbundled billing and correct coding practices can significantly impact patient financial responsibility, as they may face duplicate charges for components of care that medical coding standards define as a single billable service.

What to check on your bill

When reviewing itemized bills for procedure bundling issues, patients should examine several key areas to identify potential billing irregularities. Look for multiple procedure codes billed on the same date that represent components of a comprehensive service, such as separate charges for incision, repair, and closure when these steps are typically included in one primary procedure code. Watch for code patterns where related procedures share the same first three digits, as these often indicate services that should be bundled together under Medicare's Correct Coding Initiative. Check for appropriate modifier usage, particularly modifier 59 or XS, which legitimately allow separate billing when procedures are performed on different anatomical sites or during distinct sessions. Without proper modifiers, separately billed related procedures may represent charges above the benchmark. Compare your itemized statement against standard bundling practices for your specific procedure type to identify potential differences in billing patterns.

All bundling rules for 0682T

214 code pairs that have billing restrictions with this procedure.

62
Never bill together
152
May bill with modifier
Code Description Rule
0213T Njx paravert w/us cer/thor Never bill together
0216T Njx paravert w/us lumb/sac Never bill together
0676T Laps insj nw/rpcmt isdss ea Never bill together
0678T Laps repos lead isdss ea add Never bill together
0683T Prgrmg dev eval isdss ip Never bill together
0684T Peri-px dev eval isdss ip Never bill together
0685T Interrog dev eval isdss ip Never bill together
0903T Ecg alg 12 lead reduced i&r May bill with modifier
0904T Ecg alg 12 ld rdcd trcg only May bill with modifier
0905T Ecg alg 12 ld rdcd i&r only May bill with modifier
11000 Dbrdmt ecz/infected skin<10% May bill with modifier
11001 Dbrdmt ecz/infct skn ea addl May bill with modifier
11004 Dbrdmt skin xtrnl gent&per May bill with modifier
11005 Dbrdmt skin abdominal wall May bill with modifier
11006 Dbrdmt skin xtrnl gent per May bill with modifier
11042 Dbrdmt subq tis 1st 20sqcm/< May bill with modifier
11043 Dbrdmt musc&/fsca 1st 20/< May bill with modifier
11044 Dbrdmt bone 1st 20 sq cm/< May bill with modifier
11045 Dbrdmt subq tiss each addl May bill with modifier
11046 Dbrdmt musc&/fsca ea addl May bill with modifier
11047 Dbrdmt bone each addl May bill with modifier
12001 Rpr s/n/ax/gen/trnk 2.5cm/< May bill with modifier
12002 Rpr s/n/ax/gen/trnk2.6-7.5cm May bill with modifier
12004 Rpr s/n/ax/gen/trk7.6-12.5cm May bill with modifier
12005 Rpr s/n/a/gen/trk12.6-20.0cm May bill with modifier
12006 Rpr s/n/a/gen/trk20.1-30.0cm May bill with modifier
12007 Rpr s/n/ax/gen/trnk >30.0 cm May bill with modifier
12011 Rpr f/e/e/n/l/m 2.5 cm/< May bill with modifier
12013 Rpr f/e/e/n/l/m 2.6-5.0 cm May bill with modifier
12014 Rpr f/e/e/n/l/m 5.1-7.5 cm May bill with modifier
12015 Rpr f/e/e/n/l/m 7.6-12.5 cm May bill with modifier
12016 Rpr fe/e/en/l/m 12.6-20.0 cm May bill with modifier
12017 Rpr fe/e/en/l/m 20.1-30.0 cm May bill with modifier
12018 Rpr f/e/e/n/l/m >30.0 cm May bill with modifier
12020 Tx supfc wnd dehsn smpl clsr May bill with modifier
12021 Tx supfc wnd dehsn w/packing May bill with modifier
12031 Intmd rpr s/a/t/ext 2.5 cm/< May bill with modifier
12032 Intmd rpr s/a/t/ext 2.6-7.5 May bill with modifier
12034 Intmd rpr s/tr/ext 7.6-12.5 May bill with modifier
12035 Intmd rpr s/a/t/ext 12.6-20 May bill with modifier
12036 Intmd rpr s/a/t/ext 20.1-30 May bill with modifier
12037 Intmd rpr s/tr/ext >30.0 cm May bill with modifier
12041 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit 2.5cm/< May bill with modifier
12042 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit2.6-7.5 May bill with modifier
12044 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit7.6-12.5 May bill with modifier
12045 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit12.6-20 May bill with modifier
12046 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit20.1-30 May bill with modifier
12047 Intmd rpr n-hf/genit >30.0cm May bill with modifier
12051 Intmd rpr face/mm 2.5 cm/< May bill with modifier
12052 Intmd rpr face/mm 2.6-5.0 cm May bill with modifier

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FAQ — Other procedure bundling

What is NCCI bundling and what does 'bundled' mean on a medical bill?
NCCI bundling refers to the National Correct Coding Initiative rules that prevent certain procedure codes from being billed separately when performed together. When codes are bundled, one procedure is considered inclusive of another, meaning only the primary procedure should be billed rather than charging for each component separately.
How can I identify if codes were incorrectly unbundled on my bill?
Incorrectly unbundled codes appear as separate line items on your bill when NCCI rules indicate they should be grouped together under one primary procedure code. This typically occurs with anesthesia, radiology, pathology, and miscellaneous support services that are considered integral to the main procedure being performed.
What should I do if I find unbundled charges on my medical bill?
Contact your healthcare provider's billing department to request a review of the charges and provide documentation showing the NCCI bundling rules that apply. Request an itemized explanation of why the codes were billed separately and ask for a corrected bill that reflects proper bundling if no valid modifier justification exists.
When is it legitimate to use modifiers to override NCCI bundling rules?
Modifiers are appropriately used when procedures are performed on different anatomical sites, during separate patient encounters, or when distinct procedural services are provided that don't fall under the bundling restrictions. The modifier usage must be supported by clear documentation in the medical record that demonstrates the services were truly separate and distinct from the bundled procedure.
Rates shown are from the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and CMS IPPS. BillRazor compares your bill against these data sources. See how it works →

Data source: CMS National Correct Coding Initiative (NCCI) Procedure-to-Procedure (PTP) edits, updated quarterly. These code pairs are maintained by CMS to prevent improper billing of services that should be billed as a single procedure.

What this means: When two codes are listed as an NCCI edit pair, billing them separately on the same date of service is typically incorrect. "Never bill together" means no modifier can override the rule. "May bill with modifier" means the codes can be billed separately with appropriate documentation.

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