64744 Incise nerve back of head
Also known as: greater occipital nerve incision, occipital nerve decompression
Surgical incision and decompression of the greater occipital nerve in the back of the head. Treats compression or entrapment of this sensory nerve.
Clinical Context
Used for occipital neuralgia causing posterior scalp pain and headaches. Surgical decompression at the point of compression (usually at the semispinalis capitis) provides relief.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.58 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 8.30 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.35 |
| Total RVU | 16.23 |
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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