61781 Scan procedure cranial intra
Surgery
Also known as: stereotactic frame registration, target localization scan
Stereotactic procedure scan or localization imaging of intracranial target with stereotactic frame application.
Clinical Context
Performed as component of stereotactic procedures. Includes imaging sequences, processing, and frame registration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 3.66 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 1.27 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.51 |
| Total RVU | 6.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$215.10
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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