61750 Incise skull/brain biopsy
Also known as: brain biopsy, open biopsy
Craniotomy with brain biopsy of intracranial lesion via open approach for tissue diagnosis.
In Plain Language
Taking tissue sample from brain lesion
Clinical Context
Diagnostic procedure when neuroimaging inconclusive or tissue needed for diagnosis. May be combined with resection.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.33 |
| Total RVU | 19.33 |
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 19.33, this code ranks in the 81st percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61750?
CPT 61750 (Incise skull/brain biopsy) is a Surgery code. Craniotomy with brain biopsy of intracranial lesion via open approach for tissue diagnosis.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61750?
The work RVU for CPT 61750 is 19.33. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Neuropathology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61750 used?
Diagnostic procedure when neuroimaging inconclusive or tissue needed for diagnosis. May be combined with resection.
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