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61705 Revise circulation to head

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: EC-IC bypass, cerebral revascularization

Open surgical revascularization or restoration of cerebral blood circulation via extracranial-intracranial bypass grafting.

Clinical Context

Surgical revascularization for severe cerebral atherosclerotic disease or hemodynamic insufficiency. Role declining with endovascular therapy.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU37.15
Practice Expense RVU22.07
Malpractice RVU15.67
Total RVU74.89

Est. Medicare Payment

$2,501.33

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

Specialties

NeurosurgeryNeuro-vascular Surgery

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