61864 Implant neuroelectrde additional
Also known as: additional electrode implantation
Implantation of additional intracranial neuroelectrode or contact array as supplement to existing system.
In Plain Language
Adding more electrodes to existing brain implant
Clinical Context
Applied when additional electrode placement needed to expand coverage of existing system.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.38 |
| Total RVU | 4.38 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 4.38, this code ranks in the 30th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61864?
CPT 61864 (Implant neuroelectrde additional) is a Surgery code. Implantation of additional intracranial neuroelectrode or contact array as supplement to existing system.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61864?
The work RVU for CPT 61864 is 4.38. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery.
When is CPT 61864 used?
Applied when additional electrode placement needed to expand coverage of existing system.
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