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62148 Retr bone flap to fix skull

Surgery +Add-on

Also known as: bone flap reattachment, skull flap fixation

Reattachment or replacement of previously removed bone flap to restore skull integrity. Add-on procedure for complex cases.

Clinical Context

Used for reattachment of temporarily removed bone flaps during staged neurosurgical procedures or correction of malposition.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.95
Practice Expense RVU0.68
Malpractice RVU0.82
Total RVU3.45

Est. Medicare Payment

$115.23

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

Specialties

Neurosurgery

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