61210 Burr hole implant ventr catheter
Also known as: burr hole ventricular catheter, external ventricular drain, ventriculostomy
Burr hole creation with placement of ventricular catheter for cerebrospinal fluid drainage or intracranial pressure monitoring.
Clinical Context
Used for acute hydrocephalus, intracranial pressure monitoring, or CSF drainage in traumatic brain injury, subarachnoid hemorrhage, or post-operative settings. Allows monitoring and management while definitive treatment occurs.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.68 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.99 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.38 |
| Total RVU | 10.05 |
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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