14001 Tissue trnfr trunk 10.1-30sqcm
Also known as: Adjacent tissue transfer, Larger tissue rearrangement, Local flap, local tissue transfer trunk large
Tissue transfer or graft from adjacent area to cover trunk defect measuring ten point one to thirty square centimeters.
In Plain Language
Larger skin coverage using nearby skin; Extended tissue rearrangement
Clinical Context
Used for coverage of medium-sized trunk defects using adjacent tissue.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.56 |
| Total RVU | 8.56 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
As a surgical CPT code, proper documentation must include the operative report detailing the procedure performed, patient positioning, approach, findings, and any complications. This code has a 90-day global period, which includes the day of the procedure, 1 day preoperative, and 90 days of postoperative care. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.56, this code ranks in the 52nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 14001?
CPT 14001 (Tissue trnfr trunk 10.1-30sqcm) is a Surgery code. Tissue transfer or graft from adjacent area to cover trunk defect measuring ten point one to thirty square centimeters.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 14001?
The work RVU for CPT 14001 is 8.56. This code is primarily used by General Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 14001 used?
Used for coverage of medium-sized trunk defects using adjacent tissue.
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