61545 Excision of brain tumor
Also known as: brain tumor resection, tumor excision, craniotomy tumor removal
Excision of brain tumor or intracranial neoplasm with complete removal of lesion tissue and surrounding margins.
Clinical Context
Performed for symptomatic brain tumors causing mass effect, neurologic deficit, or requiring diagnostic tissue. Primary approach for glioblastoma, meningioma, and other intracranial neoplasms.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 45.27 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 27.50 |
| Malpractice RVU | 19.10 |
| Total RVU | 91.87 |
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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