15150 Tissue cltr skn agrft t/a/l first
Also known as: cultured skin graft trunk, tissue-engineered skin
Tissue-cultured skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, first 25 square centimeters or less. Advanced cultured skin technology for large burn coverage.
In Plain Language
lab-grown skin graft on body; engineered skin transplant
Clinical Context
Used for massive burns or extensive traumatic wounds where cultured skin provides superior coverage with minimal donor site morbidity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.16 |
| Total RVU | 9.16 |
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 9.16, this code ranks in the 55th 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 15150?
CPT 15150 (Tissue cltr skn agrft t/a/l first) is a Surgery code. Tissue-cultured skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, first 25 square centimeters or less. Advanced cultured skin technology for large burn coverage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15150?
The work RVU for CPT 15150 is 9.16. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery, Tissue Engineering. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15150 used?
Used for massive burns or extensive traumatic wounds where cultured skin provides superior coverage with minimal donor site morbidity.
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