62200 Establish brain cavity shunt
Also known as: lumbar CSF drainage, thecal sac drainage, spinal fluid drainage
Establishment of cerebrospinal fluid drainage system via lumbar puncture or thecal sac needle placement. Includes placement of drain or catheter.
Clinical Context
Used for temporary or permanent drainage of cerebrospinal fluid from the thecal sac in cases of hydrocephalus or increased intracranial pressure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.81 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 13.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.93 |
| Total RVU | 40.70 |
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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