61516 Craniectomy treph excision cyst sttl
Also known as: brain cyst resection, arachnoid cyst excision
Craniotomy or craniectomy with excision of brain cyst (arachnoid, porencephalic, or other) from supratentorial location.
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic brain cysts causing mass effect, headaches, or seizures. Most common are arachnoid cysts and porencephalic cysts. Drainage or marsupialization sometimes sufficient.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.92 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 17.81 |
| Malpractice RVU | 10.82 |
| Total RVU | 54.55 |
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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