61889 Ins sk-mnt crnl nstm pulse generator/rcvr
Also known as: skin-mounted pulse generator, transcutaneous receiver
Insertion or replacement of skin-mounted cranial neurostimulation pulse generator or receiver outside skull.
In Plain Language
Placing brain stimulation device under scalp
Clinical Context
Implantation of neurostimulation device in subcutaneous pocket in scalp or skull region.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.11 |
| Total RVU | 25.11 |
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. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 25.11, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61889?
CPT 61889 (Ins sk-mnt crnl nstm pulse generator/rcvr) is a Surgery code. Insertion or replacement of skin-mounted cranial neurostimulation pulse generator or receiver outside skull.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61889?
The work RVU for CPT 61889 is 25.11. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61889 used?
Implantation of neurostimulation device in subcutaneous pocket in scalp or skull region.
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