61517 implant brn intrcv chemotx agt
Also known as: intrathecal chemotherapy implant, Ommaya reservoir for chemo
Implantation of brain catheter for intraventricular (within ventricles) delivery of chemotherapy agent(s), typically for CNS lymphoma or leukemia.
Clinical Context
Used for chemotherapy delivery in central nervous system lymphoma, acute lymphoblastic leukemia with CNS involvement, or other malignancies. Often combined with systemic chemotherapy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.35 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 0.47 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.56 |
| Total RVU | 2.38 |
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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