62267 Interdiscal percutaneous aspiration diagnosis
Also known as: discography, disc aspiration diagnostic, interdiscal injection
Interdiscal percutaneous aspiration and/or injection for diagnostic purposes. Includes administration of contrast for discography.
In Plain Language
disc fluid sampling; disc injection for imaging
Clinical Context
Used for diagnostic evaluation of intervertebral disc pathology through needle aspiration and/or injection of contrast.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.93 |
| Total RVU | 2.93 |
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.93, this code ranks in the 20th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62267?
CPT 62267 (Interdiscal percutaneous aspiration diagnosis) is a Surgery code. Interdiscal percutaneous aspiration and/or injection for diagnostic purposes. Includes administration of contrast for discography.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62267?
The work RVU for CPT 62267 is 2.93. This code is primarily used by Spine Surgery, Radiology.
When is CPT 62267 used?
Used for diagnostic evaluation of intervertebral disc pathology through needle aspiration and/or injection of contrast.
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