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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 RVU1.84
Practice Expense RVU3.39
Malpractice RVU0.33
Total RVU5.56

Est. Medicare Payment

$185.70

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

General SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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