What is cpt code 62284?

Answer 1

CPT code 62284 refers to a procedure for the percutaneous placement of a catheter for drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) from the lumbar region. This procedure is typically performed to relieve pressure or to manage conditions such as hydrocephalus or spinal fluid leakage. It involves the insertion of a catheter into the spinal canal, often guided by imaging techniques, to facilitate the removal of excess CSF.