61315 craniectomy/craniotomy ittl ntracereblr
Also known as: cerebellar tissue decompression, intraparenchymal cerebellar
Craniotomy or craniectomy with exploration and/or decompression of intraparenchymal intracerebellar (within cerebellar tissue) space for mass lesions or elevated pressure.
In Plain Language
surgical opening to reduce pressure within cerebellar tissue
Clinical Context
Performed for intraparenchymal cerebellar hemorrhage with mass effect, cerebellar infarction with swelling, or other intra-axial posterior fossa lesions requiring decompression.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 28.91 |
| Total RVU | 28.91 |
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 28.91, this code ranks in the 92nd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.6x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61315?
CPT 61315 (craniectomy/craniotomy ittl ntracereblr) is a Surgery code. Craniotomy or craniectomy with exploration and/or decompression of intraparenchymal intracerebellar (within cerebellar tissue) space for mass lesions or elevated pressure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61315?
The work RVU for CPT 61315 is 28.91. This code is primarily used by neurosurgery, stroke surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61315 used?
Performed for intraparenchymal cerebellar hemorrhage with mass effect, cerebellar infarction with swelling, or other intra-axial posterior fossa lesions requiring decompression.
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