CPT code 61215 covers the surgical insertion of an implantable reservoir, pump, or continuous infusion system placed subcutaneously with a tunneled catheter to deliver medications directly into the cerebrospinal fluid or for regional chemotherapy. This procedure enables targeted delivery of analgesics or cytotoxic agents, which can improve symptom control and therapeutic concentration at the site of action while minimizing systemic exposure. Nationally, the code is relevant to neurosurgery and oncology practice patterns and affects facility and professional billing across hospital operating rooms and ambulatory surgical centers.

Key payers covered in this analysis include Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna Health, UnitedHealthcare, and Medicare. Readers will find a concise overview of clinical context, common sites of service, and the types of services represented by the code. The publication outlines typical billing considerations, commonly reported modifiers (list provided separately), and the policy and reimbursement elements that most affect coverage and payment. The content is intended to help coding, billing, and provider teams understand where CPT code 61215 fits into surgical service lines and payer negotiations. Data not available in the input is noted where applicable.