61692 Intracranial vessel surgery
Also known as: complex dural fistula repair
Open surgical approach to intracranial blood vessel for complex repair of dural arteriovenous fistula with extensive dissection.
In Plain Language
Complex surgery for complex brain artery-vein malformations
Clinical Context
Complex dural fistulas requiring extensive intracranial dissection or vascular reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 53.23 |
| Total RVU | 53.23 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 53.23, this code ranks in the 99th percentile among Surgery codes — 6.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61692?
CPT 61692 (Intracranial vessel surgery) is a Surgery code. Open surgical approach to intracranial blood vessel for complex repair of dural arteriovenous fistula with extensive dissection.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61692?
The work RVU for CPT 61692 is 53.23. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Neuro-vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61692 used?
Complex dural fistulas requiring extensive intracranial dissection or vascular reconstruction.
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