CPT code 0217T covers ultrasound-guided injection of a diagnostic or therapeutic agent into an additional lumbar or sacral paravertebral facet joint or the nerves that exit the joint. This image-guided interventional pain management procedure is used to relieve axial or radicular pain or to provide regional anesthesia prior to surgery. Nationally, accurate coding of this CPT code matters for appropriate reimbursement, utilization tracking, and quality measurement in pain management and perioperative care.

Key payers discussed include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find an overview of clinical context and typical sites of service, benchmarking insights where available, and relevant policy and coding considerations that affect coverage and billing for ultrasound-guided lumbar/sacral facet joint or nerve injections. The publication summarizes common modifiers and administrative details supplied in the input and highlights where data is not available.

This analysis provides clinicians, revenue cycle professionals, and policy analysts with a concise reference to the clinical intent of the procedure, payer landscape, and the operational context needed to support claims submission and payer discussions for CPT code 0217T. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.