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61512 Craniectomy treph excision mngioma sttl

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: meningioma resection, supratentorial meningioma excision

Craniotomy or craniectomy with excision of meningioma (benign intracranial tumor arising from meninges) from supratentorial location.

Clinical Context

Performed for supratentorial meningiomas (convexity, parasagittal, falcine, etc.). Meningiomas are usually benign but can be extensive and adherent to dura and bone.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU36.21
Practice Expense RVU22.34
Malpractice RVU15.21
Total RVU73.76

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,463.58

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

neurosurgerysurgical oncology

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