CPT 63268
Excise intrspinl lesion scrl
CPT 63268 at a glance
- Code
- 63268
- Code type
- CPT/HCPCS
- Short descriptor
- Excise intrspinl lesion scrl
- Category
- ASC Surgical
- ASC eligibility
- ASC-eligible (surgical)
- Typical setting
- Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
- Medicare ASC rate
- $3,695.53 national · 2026Q2
What is CPT code 63268?
CPT 63268 is a CPT/HCPCS procedure code. Its official short descriptor is "Excise intrspinl lesion scrl". In the ASC context it is grouped under ASC Surgical.
Is CPT 63268 eligible in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?
CPT 63268 can be performed in a certified ambulatory surgery center.
Where is CPT 63268 typically performed?
Ambulatory surgery center (POS 24) or hospital outpatient department (POS 22).
What is the Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 63268?
The national Medicare ASC payment rate for CPT 63268 is $3,695.53 (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 63268?
CPT 63268 is most associated with Anesthesiology – Pain Medicine, Internal Medicine – Pain Medicine, Interventional Pain Medicine, Neurological Surgery, among others.
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.