15050 Pinch graft up to 2 centimeters diam
Also known as: pinch graft, punch graft
Pinch graft applied to wounds or burns, diameter up to 2 centimeters. Simple skin graft technique using small punch or pinch of skin.
In Plain Language
small piece of skin graft; pinching skin onto wound
Clinical Context
Used for small to medium wounds, burns, or defects. Pinch grafts heal faster than split-thickness grafts and are useful for facial reconstruction.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 5.43 |
| Total RVU | 5.43 |
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 5.43, this code ranks in the 37th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15050?
CPT 15050 (Pinch graft up to 2 centimeters diam) is a Surgery code. Pinch graft applied to wounds or burns, diameter up to 2 centimeters. Simple skin graft technique using small punch or pinch of skin.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15050?
The work RVU for CPT 15050 is 5.43. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15050 used?
Used for small to medium wounds, burns, or defects. Pinch grafts heal faster than split-thickness grafts and are useful for facial reconstruction.
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