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61592 Orbitocranial approach/skull

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: combined approach, orbitocranial infratemporal

Combined orbitocranial and infratemporal approach for lateral skull base lesion requiring extended anterior-posterior exposure.

Clinical Context

Used for lesions requiring simultaneous anterior and lateral skull base exposure. Particularly useful for large jugular foramen or lateral mass tumors.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU42.00
Practice Expense RVU32.70
Malpractice RVU16.12
Total RVU90.82

Est. Medicare Payment

$3,033.39

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

Specialties

NeurosurgerySkull Base Surgery

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