62328 Diagnosis lumbar spinal puncture with fluoroscopy/CT
Also known as: CT-guided lumbar puncture, fluoroscopy-guided spinal tap
Diagnostic lumbar or lower spinal puncture with imaging guidance via fluoroscopy or computed tomography. For diagnostic cerebrospinal fluid sampling.
In Plain Language
x-ray or CT guided spinal fluid test; guided diagnostic lumbar puncture
Clinical Context
Used for diagnostic lumbar cerebrospinal fluid sampling with fluoroscopic or computed tomography guidance.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.69 |
| Total RVU | 1.69 |
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 1.69, this code ranks in the 11th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.7x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62328?
CPT 62328 (Diagnosis lumbar spinal puncture with fluoroscopy/CT) is a Surgery code. Diagnostic lumbar or lower spinal puncture with imaging guidance via fluoroscopy or computed tomography. For diagnostic cerebrospinal fluid sampling.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62328?
The work RVU for CPT 62328 is 1.69. This code is primarily used by Neurology, Radiology.
When is CPT 62328 used?
Used for diagnostic lumbar cerebrospinal fluid sampling with fluoroscopic or computed tomography guidance.
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