11960 Insert tissue expander(s)
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: Tissue expander placement
Insertion of one or more tissue expanders, devices placed beneath the skin to gradually stretch tissue for later reconstruction purposes.
Clinical Context
Used in reconstructive surgery to create extra skin and soft tissue for coverage in cases of large burns, traumatic defects, or post-mastectomy reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.20 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.21 |
| Malpractice RVU | 1.98 |
| Total RVU | 28.39 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$948.23
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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