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61605 resection/excise cranial lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: middle fossa resection, anterior fossa lesion removal

Resection or excision of intracranial lesion from middle or anterior cranial fossa with vascular repair if needed.

Clinical Context

Addresses sellar, suprasellar, parasellar, and anterior fossa lesions. Frequently applied to pituitary adenomas, craniopharyngiomas, and meningiomas.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU31.76
Practice Expense RVU19.93
Malpractice RVU5.57
Total RVU57.26

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,912.48

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

Specialties

Neurosurgery

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