Understanding Medical Code 78480: EMG of Lumbar Muscles
78480 - Electromyography with needle examination of the lumbar paraspinal muscles
This code is used to describe the process of electromyography (EMG) with needle examination of the lumbar paraspinal muscles. This procedure is used to evaluate for nerve damage in the lower back.
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