62360 Insert spine infusion device
Also known as: spinal pump insertion, intrathecal pump placement
Insertion of spinal cord infusion pump or programmable delivery device. Includes placement in subcutaneous pocket and connection to catheter.
In Plain Language
spinal medication pump placement; programmable pain pump insertion
Clinical Context
Used for insertion of programmable infusion pumps for chronic intrathecal drug delivery in pain management.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.22 |
| Total RVU | 4.22 |
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 4.22, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62360?
CPT 62360 (Insert spine infusion device) is a Surgery code. Insertion of spinal cord infusion pump or programmable delivery device. Includes placement in subcutaneous pocket and connection to catheter.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62360?
The work RVU for CPT 62360 is 4.22. This code is primarily used by Spine Surgery, Pain Management. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 62360 used?
Used for insertion of programmable infusion pumps for chronic intrathecal drug delivery in pain management.
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