62120 Repair skull cavity lesion
Also known as: skull cavity repair, encephalocele repair
Repair of cavity within skull including removal of abnormal tissue or fluid collection and closure of dural defect.
In Plain Language
brain cavity repair; skull cavity treatment
Clinical Context
Used for repair of skull cavities or encephaloceles that may result from trauma, infection, or developmental abnormalities.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 23.98 |
| Total RVU | 23.98 |
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 23.98, this code ranks in the 88th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.0x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62120?
CPT 62120 (Repair skull cavity lesion) is a Surgery code. Repair of cavity within skull including removal of abnormal tissue or fluid collection and closure of dural defect.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62120?
The work RVU for CPT 62120 is 23.98. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 62120 used?
Used for repair of skull cavities or encephaloceles that may result from trauma, infection, or developmental abnormalities.
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