12021 Treatment superficial wnd dehsn with packing
Surgery
Global 10d
Also known as: Dehiscence management with packing, Wound closure with packing
Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence with packing material placement for management of separation of wound edges.
Clinical Context
Used when superficial dehiscence requires packing material to manage wound separation and promote healing.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.84 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 3.39 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.33 |
| Total RVU | 5.56 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$185.70
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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