61107 Tdh puncture implant ventr catheter
Also known as: burr hole with ventricular catheter, external ventricular drain placement, ICP monitor placement
Burr hole creation with insertion of ventricular catheter for cerebrospinal fluid drainage or monitoring, typically for hydrocephalus or elevated intracranial pressure.
Clinical Context
Used for acute hydrocephalus, post-traumatic intracranial hypertension, or monitoring intracranial pressure. Allows CSF drainage and pressure monitoring while definitive treatment or resolution occurs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.87 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.70 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.04 |
| Total RVU | 8.61 |
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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