Subacromial Bursa The subacromial bursa, located near the shoulder joint, also falls under CPT 20610
This direct approach ensures that the vitamin is absorbed efficiently, especially in individuals who may have difficulty absorbing B12 through the digestive tract due to certain health conditions
PMID 27806244
What documentation should accompany follow-up of an incidental elevated B12 result
If the injection is needed (e.g., to replete B or B in a deficient mother), it can be used, but the infant should be observed for any unusual symptoms (though none would be expected from B vitamins, apart from perhaps looser stools if anything)
Reported intake or a recent injection is the likely cause, since oral supplements, fortified products, and injected B12 are the most common reasons for a high value