61250 Burr hole/treph sttl exploration
Also known as: burr hole brain exploration, supratentorial exploration
Burr hole and/or trephination with exploration of the supratentorial brain surface for diagnostic purposes or to identify vascular lesions.
Clinical Context
Performed for diagnostic purposes, identification of vascular lesions (aneurysm, arteriovenous malformation), assessment of subarachnoid hemorrhage, or evaluation of traumatic brain injury.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.20 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 10.51 |
| Malpractice RVU | 4.73 |
| Total RVU | 26.44 |
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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