Exploratory Opening of the Skull

Wyoming rates for HCPCS 61304

The skull is opened so the brain can be inspected directly when the cause of a problem cannot be established any other way, for example after a severe head injury or when bleeding or swelling is suspected. This version covers the large upper part of the brain. Whatever is found can then be dealt with during the same operation.

Rates data updated July 2026.

How much rates vary

Facilitymedian $1,288 · 10th to 90th $1,288 to $3,236

Distribution of negotiated rates across all payers (price axis is log-scale). Each curve is scaled to its own total: facility and professional rates are different services, shown together to compare where they cluster. Small sample; interpret with caution. Need provider-level prices or 24+ months of history? Contact us.

Rates by insurance carrier

Insurance Carrier	Facility/Professional	Modifier	Typical Low	Median	Typical High
United Setting Facility Modifier Global Typical Low $1,288.25 Median $1,288.25 Typical High $3,235.94	Facility	Global	$1,288.25	$1,288.25	$3,235.94