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62121 Incise skull repair

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: incised skull cavity repair, skull flap cavity closure

Surgical incision of bone with repair of skull cavity through bone flap approach. Includes identification and treatment of underlying pathology.

Clinical Context

Used for surgical management of skull cavities requiring bone flap elevation for complete visualization and definitive repair.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU22.45
Practice Expense RVU14.52
Malpractice RVU5.94
Total RVU42.91

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,433.19

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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