15101 Splt agrft t/a/l each additional 100
Also known as: split-thickness graft additional, STSG add-on
Split-thickness skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100 square centimeters beyond the first. Add-on code for extended coverage.
In Plain Language
additional area of thin skin graft; extra coverage graft
Clinical Context
Used when initial 100 square centimeters is insufficient and larger body surface area requires coverage from trunk or extremity burns.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 1.68 |
| Total RVU | 1.68 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 1.68, this code ranks in the 11th percentile among Surgery codes — 4.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15101?
CPT 15101 (Splt agrft t/a/l each additional 100) is a Surgery code. Split-thickness skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100 square centimeters beyond the first. Add-on code for extended coverage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15101?
The work RVU for CPT 15101 is 1.68. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery.
When is CPT 15101 used?
Used when initial 100 square centimeters is insufficient and larger body surface area requires coverage from trunk or extremity burns.
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