Reader Question:
61020 or 61070 May Describe Ommaya Aspiration
Published on Wed Aug 15, 2012
Question:
What is the CPT® code for aspiration (via butterfly syringe) through the Ommaya reservoir (without chemo administration, only aspiration)? Codify Member
Answer:
Experts suggest the use of 61020 (
Ventricular puncture through previous burr hole, fontanelle, suture, or implanted ventricular catheter/reservoir; without injection) to describe this service.
Another possibility, depending on the actual service performed and supporting documentation, might be 61070 (Puncture of shunt tubing or reservoir for aspiration or injection procedure).