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62115 Reduction of skull defect

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: small skull defect reduction, cranial defect repair

Reduction of cranial or skull defect less than 5 centimeters in diameter using bone graft or bone flap repositioning.

Clinical Context

Used for correction of congenital or acquired skull defects less than 5 centimeters, which may cause cosmetic or neurological concerns.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU22.34
Practice Expense RVU18.57
Malpractice RVU9.42
Total RVU50.33

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,681.02

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

Specialties

NeurosurgeryReconstructive Surgery

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