15152 Tissue cltr skn agrft t/a/l each
Also known as: cultured skin large area, tissue-engineered large coverage
Tissue-cultured skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100 square centimeters or more. Large-area add-on code for extensive cultured skin coverage.
In Plain Language
large cultured skin graft coverage; extensive engineered skin application
Clinical Context
Used for massive burn injuries requiring extensive cultured skin coverage beyond initial and first additional increments.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.44 |
| Total RVU | 2.44 |
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 2.44, this code ranks in the 17th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.3x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15152?
CPT 15152 (Tissue cltr skn agrft t/a/l each) is a Surgery code. Tissue-cultured skin autograft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional 100 square centimeters or more. Large-area add-on code for extensive cultured skin coverage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15152?
The work RVU for CPT 15152 is 2.44. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery.
When is CPT 15152 used?
Used for massive burn injuries requiring extensive cultured skin coverage beyond initial and first additional increments.
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