Brain and nervous system - MBS item (40850)

The following MBS item is included in this clinical category.

40850
DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION (unilateral) functional stereotactic procedure including computer assisted anatomical localisation, physiological localisation including twist drill, burr hole craniotomy or craniectomy and insertion of electrodes for the treatment of: Parkinson's disease where the patient's response to medical therapy is not sustained and is accompanied by unacceptable motor fluctuations; or Essential tremor or dystonia where the patient's symptoms cause severe disability (Anaes.) (Assist.)