15120 Splt agrft f/s/n/h/f/g/m first
Also known as: facial split graft, specialized STSG, full-thickness skin graft
Split-thickness skin autograft applied to face, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitals, or mucosal surfaces, first increment. Specialized split-thickness graft for cosmetic areas.
In Plain Language
thin skin graft on face or sensitive area; specialized split-thickness transplant
Clinical Context
Used for facial burns, scalp injuries, hand injuries, and genital trauma requiring split-thickness grafts with specialized application for cosmetic outcomes.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.90 |
| Total RVU | 9.90 |
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 9.90, this code ranks in the 58th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15120?
CPT 15120 (Splt agrft f/s/n/h/f/g/m first) is a Surgery code. Split-thickness skin autograft applied to face, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitals, or mucosal surfaces, first increment. Specialized split-thickness graft for cosmetic areas.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15120?
The work RVU for CPT 15120 is 9.90. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery, Hand Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15120 used?
Used for facial burns, scalp injuries, hand injuries, and genital trauma requiring split-thickness grafts with specialized application for cosmetic outcomes.
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