62010 Treatment of head injury
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: brain injury repair, head injury treatment
Treatment of brain injury including wound debridement and/or elevation of depressed skull fracture. Includes intracranial exploration when necessary.
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic brain injuries requiring surgical intervention for wound management, debridement, and or fracture elevation.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 20.89 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.74 |
| Malpractice RVU | 8.81 |
| Total RVU | 45.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,517.70
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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