Brainstem Nerve Tract Sectioning Surgery

Indiana rates for HCPCS 61480

This is a neurosurgical operation that opens the skull to reach the brainstem, where the surgeon carefully cuts specific nerve tracts to interrupt problematic nerve signals. It is a highly specialized procedure typically used to treat severe, otherwise unmanageable symptoms such as intractable pain. This is a major operation performed by a neurosurgeon, usually requiring a hospital stay for recovery.

Rates data updated October 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $2,692 · 10th to 90th $1,995 to $3,890

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier	Facility/Professional	Modifier	Typical Low	Median	Typical High
Anthem BCBS Setting Facility Modifier None Typical Low $1,202.26 Median $2,570.40 Typical High $3,162.28	Facility	None	$1,202.26	$2,570.40	$3,162.28
Cigna Setting Facility Modifier None Typical Low $1,995.26 Median $2,818.38 Typical High $3,890.45	Facility	None	$1,995.26	$2,818.38	$3,890.45