61524 Removal of brain lesion
Also known as: brain lesion resection, AVM resection, vascular lesion removal
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal of brain lesion(s) from supratentorial location, potentially including arteriovenous malformations or other vascular lesions.
Clinical Context
Performed for various supratentorial brain lesions including cavernous malformations, venous anomalies, or other lesions requiring selective microsurgical resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 29.14 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.26 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.32 |
| Total RVU | 60.72 |
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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