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61850 - Twist drill or burr hole(s) for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, cortical

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Procedure / ServiceTwist drill or burr hole(s) for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, cortical
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Code NAME/DESCRIPTION COMMENTS - 61800 Application of stereotactic headframe for stereotactic radiosurgery (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure) 61850 Twist drill or burr hole(s) for implantation of neurostimulator electrodes, cortical 61863 Twist drill, burr hole, craniotomy, or craniectomy with stereotactic implantation of neurostimulator electrode array in subcortical site (eg, thalamus, globus pallidus, subthalamic nucleus, periventricular, periaqueductal

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