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Last Verified: October 2026
Healthcare providers use this code to document and receive reimbursement for visits that address high-level medical decision-making, often including multiple diagnoses or prescription management.
Remove Cyst From The Brain, Surgery In Which A Portion Of The Skull Is Removed And A Fluid-Filled Sac (Cyst) Is Removed From The Brain.
| Key Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Service Type | Surgery Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System |
| Common Place of Service | 21 - Inpatient Hospital 22 - On Campus Outpatient Hospital 19 - Off Campus Outpatient Hospital |
| Common Modifiers | None AS - PA/NP/CNS assistant at surgery 22 - Increased Procedural Services |
| Complexity Level | High |
| Medicare Fee Schedule | View Medicare rates for 61524 |
| Medicaid Fee Schedule | View Medicaid rates for 61524 |
National average reimbursement for CPT 61524 by major payers:
$2,660.24
$2,842.33
$2,972.74
$3,336.39
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CPT 61524
5 of 25 sample ratesHigher to lower in this preview
University Of Minnesota Health Clinics And Surgery Center, Inc., M Health Clinics And Surgery Center
University Of Minnesota Health Clinics And Surgery Center Inc
$1,631.00Published rateSurgcenter Pinellas, LLC
$1,064.00Published rateArc Kentucky LLC, Dupont Surgery Center
Arc Kentucky LLC
$710.00Published rateIntegris Ddsi Endoscopy Centers LLC
$535.00Published rateTeaneck Gastroenterology&Endoscopy Center
Teaneck Gastroenterologyendoscopy Center
$125.00Published rate
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See a sample payer proposalCPT 61524 vs. Other Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System Codes
The CPT 61524 code is part of the Surgery services used for Surgical Procedures on the Nervous System. It represents a moderate-complexity encounter and is one of several codes that vary based on time spent, level of medical decision-making, and documentation requirements.
The CPT 61524 code involves more provider time and moderate medical decision-making, unlike lower-level codes that require less time and simpler assessments. It typically includes multiple diagnoses, medication management, or test interpretation, leading to higher reimbursement and more detailed documentation requirements.
| Code | Complexity | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 61519-CPT | High | Crniectomy For Xcision Of Brain Tumor Nfrtentorial Or Posteri, Craniectomy For Excision Of Brain Tumor Infratentorial Or Posterior F |
| 61522-CPT | High | Craniectomy Infratentorial Or, Craniectomy Infratentorial Or Posterior Fossa For Excisionof Brain Abscess Craniectomy Infratentorial Or Posterior Fossa For Excision |
| 61524-CPT | High | Remove Cyst From The Brain, Surgery In Which A Portion Of The Skull Is Removed And A Fluid-Filled Sac (Cyst) Is Removed From The Brain. |
| 61570-CPT | High | Craniectomy Or Craniotomy Wit, Craniectomy Or Craniotomy With Excision Of Foreign Bodyfrom Brain Craniectomy Or Craniotomy With Excision Of Foreign Body |
What is a fee schedule?
A fee schedule is a list of fixed prices that healthcare providers charge for specific services, including CPT 61524. These prices vary depending on payer type (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance), geographic location, and provider contracts.
Understanding the 61524 fee schedule helps patients estimate costs and providers optimize billing for accurate reimbursements.
Factors that affect fee schedules
Medicare & Medicaid Rates
Government-set reimbursement amounts
Private Insurance Rates
Negotiated rates between providers and insurance companies
Geographic Location
Costs may be higher in urban areas.
Provider Type
Hospital providers may have different rates than private practice.
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