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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address moderate-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Treat Spinal Cord Lesion, Injection Infusion Of Neurolytic Substance Eg Alcohol Phenol Iced Saline Solutions With Or Without Other Therapeutic Substance Epidural Cervical Or Thoracic
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System |
| Common Place of Service | 11 - Office 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None SG - Scene to Hospital ESRD facility 59 - Distinct Procedural Service |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 62281 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 62281 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 62281 by major payers:
$314.45
$345.18
$342.76
$270.37
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CPT 62281
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Hamilton Surgery Center LLC
$3,254.00Published rateMedical Park Tower Surgery Center, LLC, Medical Park Tower Surgery Center
Medical Park Tower Surgery Center LLC
$934.00Published rateI Care Center LLC, Central Indiana Surgery Center
Icare Center Dba Central Indiana Surgery Center, LLC
$495.00Published rateAsc Development Company, LLC
Asc Development Company LLC
$374.00Published rateShauna Funderburk
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$198.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 62281 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 62281 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 62281 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 62280-CPT | Moderate | Treat Spinal Cord Lesion, Injection Infusion Of Neurolytic Substance Eg Alcohol Phenol Iced Saline Solutions With Or Without Other Therapeutic Substance Subarachnoid |
| 62281-CPT | Moderate | Treat Spinal Cord Lesion, Injection Infusion Of Neurolytic Substance Eg Alcohol Phenol Iced Saline Solutions With Or Without Other Therapeutic Substance Epidural Cervical Or Thoracic |
| 62282-CPT | Moderate | Treat Spinal Canal Lesion, Injection Infusion Of Neurolytic Substance Eg Alcohol Phenol Iced Saline Solutions With Or Without Other Therapeutic Substance Epidural Lumbar Sacral Caudal |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 62281. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 62281 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
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Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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