61537 Removal of brain tissue
Also known as: temporal lobectomy, brain tissue resection, epilepsy surgery
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal or resection of brain tissue (parenchyma) from supratentorial location, such as for epilepsy surgery (lobectomy).
Clinical Context
Performed for medically refractory focal epilepsy with identified seizure focus, typically temporal lobe. Requires intraoperative electrocorticography and careful anatomic dissection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 35.54 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.96 |
| Malpractice RVU | 15.01 |
| Total RVU | 70.51 |
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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