62350 Implant spinal canal catheter
Also known as: spinal catheter implantation, intrathecal catheter placement
Implantation of spinal canal catheter for infusion of drugs or other substances. Includes placement of catheter and access device.
In Plain Language
spinal tube placement for medication; intrathecal catheter implant
Clinical Context
Used for placement of intrathecal catheters for chronic drug infusion in pain management or spasticity treatment.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.90 |
| Total RVU | 5.90 |
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 5.90, this code ranks in the 40th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62350?
CPT 62350 (Implant spinal canal catheter) is a Surgery code. Implantation of spinal canal catheter for infusion of drugs or other substances. Includes placement of catheter and access device.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62350?
The work RVU for CPT 62350 is 5.90. This code is primarily used by Spine Surgery, Pain Management. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 62350 used?
Used for placement of intrathecal catheters for chronic drug infusion in pain management or spasticity treatment.
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