June 8, 2023

Question:
What are the most appropriate codes for venous stenting for a patient with intracranial hypertension?

Answer:
There is no specific CPT code for intracranial venous stenting. An unlisted code 64999 should be reported in addition to second order venous catheterization, 36012 and the venogram , most typically 75870, venography superior sagittal sinus. It is not appropriate to report a peripheral stenting code such as 37236. for an intracranial procedure. Code 61635 is also not appropriate as it is specifically for intracranial arterial stenting for a diagnosis of atherosclerosis.

*This response is based on the best information available as of 06/08/23.