61571 Incise skull for brain wound
Also known as: hematoma evacuation, acute subdural drainage, epidural clot removal
Craniotomy for evacuation of intracranial hematoma from epidural, subdural, or intracerebral collections due to acute trauma.
Clinical Context
Emergency procedure for traumatic intracranial hemorrhage with mass effect and neurologic compromise. Time-critical intervention to reduce mortality.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 27.71 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 18.76 |
| Malpractice RVU | 11.72 |
| Total RVU | 58.19 |
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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