61151 Burr hole/treph sbsq tapping
Also known as: repeated burr hole tap, burr hole re-tapping, subsequent drainage
Burr hole and/or trephination with subsequent or repeated aspiration or tapping of intracranial fluid collection (hematoma, abscess, cyst) for drainage.
Clinical Context
Used when initial burr hole drainage is insufficient and recurrent fluid collection requires additional drainage. Avoids creating new burr holes; can be performed serially for persistent collections.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.15 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.20 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.54 |
| Total RVU | 29.89 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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