61558 Excision of skull/sutures
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: bone flap excision, skull lesion removal
Craniotomy with excision of bone flap for skull lesion removal or tumor treatment with complete osseous resection.
Clinical Context
Performed for skull vault tumors (osteosarcoma, meningioma), infection requiring debridement, or defect requiring reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.84 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 18.61 |
| Malpractice RVU | 10.92 |
| Total RVU | 55.37 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,849.36
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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