61500 Craniectomy excision tumor/bone lesion skull
Also known as: skull tumor resection, bone lesion excision, cranial bone tumor removal
Craniotomy or craniectomy with excision of tumor or bone lesion of the skull, including external and internal bone removal.
Clinical Context
Performed for skull base tumors, bone tumors (osteoma, meningioma, etc.), traumatic bone defects, or congenital abnormalities requiring excision. Provides access for full-thickness skull resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.70 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 11.62 |
| Malpractice RVU | 5.57 |
| Total RVU | 35.89 |
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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