61543 Removal of brain tissue
Also known as: brain tissue resection, lobectomy, cortical resection
Craniotomy or craniectomy with removal or resection of brain tissue from supratentorial or infratentorial location for seizure control or other indications.
Clinical Context
Used for various epilepsy surgery procedures or therapeutic brain tissue removal. Code used when specific location or approach not captured by more specific codes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 30.53 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 19.75 |
| Malpractice RVU | 12.89 |
| Total RVU | 63.17 |
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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