62362 Implant spine infusion pump
Also known as: complex spinal pump implant, advanced infusion pump placement
Implantation of spinal cord infusion pump with implantable catheter and complex surgical techniques.
In Plain Language
advanced spinal medication pump; complex pain pump placement
Clinical Context
Used for implantation of more complex programmable infusion pump systems with tunneled catheters.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.46 |
| Total RVU | 5.46 |
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 5.46, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62362?
CPT 62362 (Implant spine infusion pump) is a Surgery code. Implantation of spinal cord infusion pump with implantable catheter and complex surgical techniques.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62362?
The work RVU for CPT 62362 is 5.46. This code is primarily used by Spine Surgery, Pain Management. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 62362 used?
Used for implantation of more complex programmable infusion pump systems with tunneled catheters.
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