61539 Removal of brain tissue
Also known as: brainstem resection, infratentorial tissue removal
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal or resection of brain tissue from infratentorial/brainstem location for seizure control or lesion removal.
Clinical Context
Rarely performed due to critical nature of brainstem; typically reserved for hemorrhagic cavernomas or AVM in brainstem with refractory seizures or stroke risk.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 33.42 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 20.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 14.12 |
| Total RVU | 68.30 |
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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