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61889 Ins sk-mnt crnl nstm pulse generator/rcvr

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: skin-mounted pulse generator, transcutaneous receiver

Insertion or replacement of skin-mounted cranial neurostimulation pulse generator or receiver outside skull.

Clinical Context

Implantation of neurostimulation device in subcutaneous pocket in scalp or skull region.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU25.11
Practice Expense RVU16.68
Malpractice RVU10.61
Total RVU52.40

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,750.16

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

Specialties

Neurosurgery

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