63702 Repair of spinal herniation
Also known as: meningocele repair, spinal meningocele closure
Repair of spinal cord meningocele with closure of associated skin defect. This procedure involves correction of cerebrospinal fluid protrusion through meningocele with skin repair.
In Plain Language
closure of spinal fluid bulge through skin
Clinical Context
Used for repair of meningoceles, which are dural herniations with cerebrospinal fluid but no nerve tissue involvement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.92 |
| Total RVU | 18.92 |
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 18.92, this code ranks in the 80th 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 63702?
CPT 63702 (Repair of spinal herniation) is a Surgery code. Repair of spinal cord meningocele with closure of associated skin defect. This procedure involves correction of cerebrospinal fluid protrusion through meningocele with skin repair.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 63702?
The work RVU for CPT 63702 is 18.92. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 63702 used?
Used for repair of meningoceles, which are dural herniations with cerebrospinal fluid but no nerve tissue involvement.
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