61313 craniectomy/craniotomy sttl icere
Also known as: cerebellar decompression, intracerebellar exploration
Craniotomy or craniectomy with exploration and/or decompression of intracerebellar (within cerebellum) space for management of lesions or elevated pressure.
In Plain Language
surgical opening to reduce pressure in cerebellum; cerebellar surgery
Clinical Context
Performed for cerebellar infarction with edema, cerebellar hemorrhage with mass effect, posterior fossa mass causing obstructive hydrocephalus, or cerebellar swelling from infection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 27.39 |
| Total RVU | 27.39 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 27.39, this code ranks in the 91st percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61313?
CPT 61313 (craniectomy/craniotomy sttl icere) is a Surgery code. Craniotomy or craniectomy with exploration and/or decompression of intracerebellar (within cerebellum) space for management of lesions or elevated pressure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61313?
The work RVU for CPT 61313 is 27.39. This code is primarily used by neurosurgery, stroke surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61313 used?
Performed for cerebellar infarction with edema, cerebellar hemorrhage with mass effect, posterior fossa mass causing obstructive hydrocephalus, or cerebellar swelling from infection.
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