Relieving Brain Pressure: Spinal Tap Procedure

The provider inserts a hollow needle or catheter into the subarachnoid space, usually in the lower back (lumbar spine) under fluoroscopic or CT imaging guidance and withdraws CSF to relieve pressure on the brain. This procedure is also referred to as a spinal tap. Choose a location to see hospital-reported price summaries. This page does not show national, sample, or aggregate pricing.