62165 Remove pituit tumor with scope
Also known as: endoscopic pituitary surgery, endoscopic pituitary tumor removal
Neuroendoscopic removal of pituitary tumor via endoscopic transsphenoidal or transventricular approach. Includes navigation and tumor resection.
In Plain Language
camera-assisted pituitary tumor removal; minimally invasive pituitary surgery
Clinical Context
Used for endoscopic resection of pituitary adenomas and other sellar masses using transsphenoidal or transventricular approaches.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.65 |
| Total RVU | 22.65 |
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 22.65, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62165?
CPT 62165 (Remove pituit tumor with scope) is a Surgery code. Neuroendoscopic removal of pituitary tumor via endoscopic transsphenoidal or transventricular approach. Includes navigation and tumor resection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62165?
The work RVU for CPT 62165 is 22.65. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Endocrinology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 62165 used?
Used for endoscopic resection of pituitary adenomas and other sellar masses using transsphenoidal or transventricular approaches.
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