63191 Incise spine accessory nerve
Also known as: spinal accessory nerve section, CN XI rhizotomy
Incision of the spinal accessory nerve. This procedure involves surgical division of the spinal accessory nerve (cranial nerve XI) for functional restoration or pain management.
Clinical Context
Less commonly used, may be applied in specific pain syndromes or functional disorders affecting the spinal accessory nerve distribution.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.45 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.00 |
| Malpractice RVU | 7.77 |
| Total RVU | 41.22 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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