61711 Fusion of skull arteries
Also known as: arterial transposition, in situ fusion
Open surgical revascularization via in situ fusion or arterial transposition of skull vessels for restoration of flow.
In Plain Language
Joining skull blood vessels together
Clinical Context
Surgical revascularization utilizing in situ vessels by fusion or transposition techniques.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 37.27 |
| Total RVU | 37.27 |
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 37.27, this code ranks in the 96th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61711?
CPT 61711 (Fusion of skull arteries) is a Surgery code. Open surgical revascularization via in situ fusion or arterial transposition of skull vessels for restoration of flow.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61711?
The work RVU for CPT 61711 is 37.27. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Neuro-vascular Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61711 used?
Surgical revascularization utilizing in situ vessels by fusion or transposition techniques.
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