neuro
Clinical Resources
Radiofrequency Lesion for Trigeminal Neuralgia (CPT 64600)
Posterior Fossa Craniotomy, Decompression of Trigeminal Nerve (TIC) (CPT 61595)
Minimally Invasive Epilepsy Treatment
Laser Ablation of Intracranial Lesions (Visualase)
Excision of Pituitary Tumor, Transnasal (CPT 61548)
Craniotomy for Excision of Meningioma (CPT 61512)
Awake Craniotomy for Excision of Tumor with Speech Mapping using dexmedetomidine (CPT 61510, 61512)
Monitoring techniques:
Cransiosysostosis
- Premature fusion of one or more cranial sutures requires surgical treatment within the first 9-10 months of life.
- Premedication: versed 0.5-1mg/kg in response to patient's need, clinical status, and parents' input.