61460 Craniectomy sopl sctj 1+crnl nerve
Also known as: cranial nerve section, nerve transection, trigeminal rhizotomy
Craniotomy or craniectomy with section/transaction of one or more cranial nerves in the skull base region, typically for neuralgia control or functional neurosurgery.
Clinical Context
Performed for refractory trigeminal neuralgia, glossopharyngeal neuralgia, or other severe neuralgia when decompression unsuccessful or inappropriate. Sacrifices sensory nerve function to relieve pain.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.48 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.38 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.46 |
| Total RVU | 61.32 |
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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