MBS item scrutiny profile
MBS Item 18225 — PSR scrutiny profile
Continuous infusion or injection by catheter of a therapeutic substance (not contrast agent) to maintain regional anaesthesia or analgesia, subsequent injection or revision of, if the period of continuous medical practitioner attendance is more than 15 minutes
Appears in 1 published determination since 2026. No percentages are shown on a single-case denominator.
Scrutiny profile
Co-occurring issue categories
- Systemic inappropriate billing and reporting1
Specialties involved
- diagnostic radiology1
Repayment range
Calculated only across the 1 published case where a repayment amount is recorded.
Published cases mentioning item 18225
What survives review
Systemic inappropriate billing and reporting
Keep the source record clear enough for an external peer to connect the patient need, the service provided, and the item claimed.
Educational disclaimer
This educational module is based on publicly available PSR case-outcome material. It is general educational information only and does not constitute legal advice, billing advice, or a substitute for reviewing the MBS, PSR material, or obtaining professional advice.