62268 Drainage spinal cord cyst
Also known as: spinal cord cyst drainage, syrinx drainage, syrinx aspiration
Drainage of spinal cord cyst via needle puncture including aspiration and/or irrigation. May include imaging guidance.
In Plain Language
spinal cord fluid drainage; syrinx treatment
Clinical Context
Used for percutaneous drainage of syrinx or spinal cord cysts causing myelopathy or pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.61 |
| Total RVU | 4.61 |
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 4.61, this code ranks in the 32nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62268?
CPT 62268 (Drainage spinal cord cyst) is a Surgery code. Drainage of spinal cord cyst via needle puncture including aspiration and/or irrigation. May include imaging guidance.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62268?
The work RVU for CPT 62268 is 4.61. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Spine Surgery.
When is CPT 62268 used?
Used for percutaneous drainage of syrinx or spinal cord cysts causing myelopathy or pain.
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