62121 Incise skull repair
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.
In Plain Language
surgical skull cavity repair; bone flap skull repair
Clinical Context
Used for surgical management of skull cavities requiring bone flap elevation for complete visualization and definitive repair.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.45 |
| Total RVU | 22.45 |
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 22.45, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 62121?
CPT 62121 (Incise skull repair) is a Surgery code. Surgical incision of bone with repair of skull cavity through bone flap approach. Includes identification and treatment of underlying pathology.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 62121?
The work RVU for CPT 62121 is 22.45. This code is primarily used by Neurosurgery, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 62121 used?
Used for surgical management of skull cavities requiring bone flap elevation for complete visualization and definitive repair.
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