CPT 62272
Ther spi pnxr drg csf
CPT 62272 at a glance
- Code
- 62272
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Ther spi pnxr drg csf
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $387.46 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 62272?
CPT 62272 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Ther spi pnxr drg csf". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 62272 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 62272 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 62272 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 62272?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 62272 is $387.46 (CMS ASC Payment System, 2026Q2). This is the national, unadjusted amount published by CMS; the amount an individual ambulatory surgery center is paid is adjusted for local wage index and may differ. It reflects Medicare's facility payment only and does not include the surgeon's professional fee.
Which specialties use CPT 62272?
CPT 62272 is most associated with Neurological Surgery.
Reference information about ASC eligibility and typical procedure setting. Codes, descriptors, and ASC-eligibility status change over time. This is a coding reference, not billing, coding, or legal advice. Always verify against current guidance and individual payer policy before scheduling or billing. CPT is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association.