61796 Srs cranial lesion simple
Also known as: stereotactic radiosurgery, SRS single lesion
Stereotactic radiosurgery for simple intracranial lesion with uncomplicated geometry and single isocenter planning.
In Plain Language
Focused radiation therapy to brain lesion
Clinical Context
Non-invasive radiosurgery for benign and malignant brain tumors, AVMs, functional lesions (trigeminal neuralgia).
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.58 |
| Total RVU | 13.58 |
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 13.58, this code ranks in the 69th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 61796?
CPT 61796 (Srs cranial lesion simple) is a Surgery code. Stereotactic radiosurgery for simple intracranial lesion with uncomplicated geometry and single isocenter planning.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 61796?
The work RVU for CPT 61796 is 13.58. This code is primarily used by Radiation Oncology, Neurosurgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 61796 used?
Non-invasive radiosurgery for benign and malignant brain tumors, AVMs, functional lesions (trigeminal neuralgia).
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