61026 Injection into brain canal
Also known as: intraventricular injection, ventricular injection, intrathecal injection
Percutaneous puncture and injection of medication, contrast material, or other substance into the cerebral ventricles (intraventricular injection).
Clinical Context
Used for intrathecal chemotherapy, antibiotic administration in ventriculitis, or intrathecal medication delivery for neurologic conditions. Requires careful dosing and technique to prevent toxicity or infection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.65 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.01 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.48 |
| Total RVU | 3.14 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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