61154 Burr hole with evac and/or drainage hmtma
Also known as: burr hole subdural hematoma evacuation, subdural hematoma drainage
Burr hole and/or trephination with evacuation, drainage, and/or removal of acute or chronic subdural hematoma, potentially with irrigation and hemostasis.
Clinical Context
Definitive procedure for symptomatic subdural hematoma. Burr hole approach adequate for most acute/subacute subdural hematomas; chronic ones may need additional drainage. Irrigation and hemostasis reduce reaccumulation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 16.64 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 14.89 |
| Malpractice RVU | 6.99 |
| Total RVU | 38.52 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
Track This Code in RVU Edge
Log procedures, calculate wRVUs, and benchmark against MGMA data — all in one app.
CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.