61343 Craniectomy sopl crv lam dcmprn
Also known as: supraorbital craniotomy, lamina cribrosa decompression
Craniotomy or craniectomy with supraorbital cranial vault approach and lamina cribrosa decompression for skull base lesions.
In Plain Language
surgical opening above eye for skull base surgery
Clinical Context
Used for skull base tumors, olfactory groove meningiomas, anterior cranial fossa lesions, and optic nerve decompression. Minimally invasive skull base approach with good visualization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 31.06 |
| Total RVU | 31.06 |
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 31.06, this code ranks in the 93rd percentile among Surgery codes — 3.9x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61343?
CPT 61343 (Craniectomy sopl crv lam dcmprn) is a Surgery code. Craniotomy or craniectomy with supraorbital cranial vault approach and lamina cribrosa decompression for skull base lesions.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61343?
The work RVU for CPT 61343 is 31.06. This code is primarily used by neurosurgery, skull base surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61343 used?
Used for skull base tumors, olfactory groove meningiomas, anterior cranial fossa lesions, and optic nerve decompression. Minimally invasive skull base approach with good visualization.
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