61305 craniectomy/craniotomy exploration infratntorl
Also known as: infratentorial craniotomy, posterior fossa craniotomy
Craniotomy or craniectomy with exploration of infratentorial (below tentorium) or posterior fossa intracranial space.
Clinical Context
Performed for posterior fossa tumors, brainstem lesions, cerebellar hemorrhage, Chiari malformation, or posterior fossa vascular lesions. More technically challenging than supratentorial craniotomy due to anatomic complexity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 27.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 18.95 |
| Malpractice RVU | 11.81 |
| Total RVU | 58.68 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
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