61534 Removal of brain lesion
Also known as: posterior fossa lesion resection, infratentorial mass removal
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal of intracranial lesion from infratentorial location following prior electrode mapping or localization.
Clinical Context
Performed for infratentorial lesions after localization studies (electrode grids, imaging). Includes removal of seizure focus, tumor, or other pathology identified on mapping.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.43 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.90 |
| Malpractice RVU | 9.47 |
| Total RVU | 48.80 |
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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