62281 Treat spinal cord lesion
Also known as: spinal cord lesion treatment, percutaneous cordotomy
Treatment of spinal cord lesion via percutaneous needle approach at different anatomical level. Includes destructive procedures.
In Plain Language
spinal cord pain treatment; needle-guided nerve treatment
Clinical Context
Used for percutaneous destructive procedures on spinal cord pathology at specific anatomical levels for symptom relief.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.59 |
| Total RVU | 2.59 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.59, this code ranks in the 18th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62281?
CPT 62281 (Treat spinal cord lesion) is a Surgery code. Treatment of spinal cord lesion via percutaneous needle approach at different anatomical level. Includes destructive procedures.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62281?
The work RVU for CPT 62281 is 2.59. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Pain Management. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 62281 used?
Used for percutaneous destructive procedures on spinal cord pathology at specific anatomical levels for symptom relief.
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