61611 Transect artery sinus
Surgery
Also known as: artery transection, sinus occlusion
Transection or occlusion of cerebral artery or dural venous sinus to reduce blood flow or prevent hemorrhage.
Clinical Context
Rarely used procedure for hemorrhage control or flow reduction in selected vascular malformations. Largely replaced by endovascular therapy.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.22 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 2.53 |
| Malpractice RVU | 3.04 |
| Total RVU | 12.79 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$427.19
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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