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61582 Craniofacial approach skull

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: craniofacial extradural approach, endonasal combination

Craniofacial approach combined with extradural dissection and intrasinusal tumor management for anterior skull base pathology.

Clinical Context

Used for anterior skull base tumors (pituitary tumors with suprasellar extension, sinonasal malignancies with intracranial involvement).

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU34.26
Practice Expense RVU44.35
Malpractice RVU13.53
Total RVU92.14

Est. Medicare Payment

$3,077.48

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

NeurosurgeryOtolaryngology

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