61519 Remove brain lining lesion
Also known as: dural lesion resection, meningeal tumor removal
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal of brain lining (dura/meningeal) lesion such as meningeal tumor, leptomeningeal enhancement, or dural metastasis.
Clinical Context
Performed for dural-based tumors, meningeal metastases, or leptomeningeal disease. Requires careful dural resection with wide margins for malignant lesions.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 42.34 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 24.43 |
| Malpractice RVU | 17.73 |
| Total RVU | 84.50 |
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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