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Last Verified: September 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.
Spinal Fluid Biopsy, A Procedure To Insert A Needle Into The Spine Of The Lower Back In Order To Remove A Sample Of Spinal Fluid For Testing (Biopsy). This Procedure Is Often Called A Spinal Puncture.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None GC - Service performed by resident under supervision AG - Primary physician |
| Complexity Level | Moderate |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 62328 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 62328 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 62328 by major payers:
$308.67
$354.67
$350.54
$168.60
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CPT 62328
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Dean Bajorin
Westchester Medical Center Advanced Physician Services PC
$1,616.73Published rateHoward Rumjahn
Deaconess Hospital Inc
$454.11Published rateAaron Carter
Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.
$370.94Published rateAnnette Beharry
Advantagecare Physicians, P.C.
$235.30Published rateJulia Loza-Vega
Town Center Orthopaedic Associates, P.C.
$122.01Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 62328 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 62328 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 62328 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 62327-CPT | Moderate | Njx Interlaminar Lmbr Sac, Injection S Including Indwelling Catheter Placement Continuous Infusion Or Intermittent Bolus Of Diagnostic Or Therapeutic Substance S Eg Anesthetic Antispasmodic Opioid Steroid Other Solution Not Including Neurolytic Substances Interlaminar Epidural Or Subarachnoid Lumbar Or Sacral Caudal With Imaging Guidance Ie Fluoroscopy Or Ct |
| 62328-CPT | Moderate | Spinal Fluid Biopsy, A Procedure To Insert A Needle Into The Spine Of The Lower Back In Order To Remove A Sample Of Spinal Fluid For Testing (Biopsy). This Procedure Is Often Called A Spinal Puncture. |
| 62329-CPT | Moderate | Ther Spi Pnxr Csf Fluor Ct, Spinal Puncture Therapeutic For Drainage Of Cerebrospinal Fluid By Needle Or Catheter With Fluoroscopic Or Ct Guidance |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 62328. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 62328 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
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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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