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 RVU | 25.11 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 16.68 |
| Malpractice RVU | 10.61 |
| Total RVU | 52.40 |
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
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