63268 Excise intrspinl lesion scrl
Also known as: sacral intraspinal tumor removal, sacral lesion excision
Excision of intraspinal lesion in the sacral region. This procedure involves removal of tumors, cysts, or other pathological lesions within the sacral spinal canal or at the sacral level.
In Plain Language
removal of growth or abnormal tissue in sacral spinal canal
Clinical Context
Used for sacral intraspinal pathology including tumors, meningiomas, or other lesions causing sacral pain or cauda equina dysfunction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.52 |
| Total RVU | 19.52 |
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 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 19.52, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 63268?
CPT 63268 (Excise intrspinl lesion scrl) is a Surgery code. Excision of intraspinal lesion in the sacral region. This procedure involves removal of tumors, cysts, or other pathological lesions within the sacral spinal canal or at the sacral level.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63268?
The work RVU for CPT 63268 is 19.52. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Spine Oncology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63268 used?
Used for sacral intraspinal pathology including tumors, meningiomas, or other lesions causing sacral pain or cauda equina dysfunction.
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