15220 Fth/gft fr s/a/l 20 square centimeters/<
Also known as: full-thickness graft limb, extremity pedicle graft
Full-thickness or pedicle skin graft or flap, from scalp, arm, or leg, first 20 square centimeters or less. Harvesting and application of full-thickness graft from extremity.
In Plain Language
thick skin graft from arm or leg; full-thickness transplant from limb
Clinical Context
Used for hand reconstruction, facial defects, and complex wounds where full-thickness grafts from extremities provide good color and texture match.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.89 |
| Total RVU | 7.89 |
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 7.89, this code ranks in the 50th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15220?
CPT 15220 (Fth/gft fr s/a/l 20 square centimeters/<) is a Surgery code. Full-thickness or pedicle skin graft or flap, from scalp, arm, or leg, first 20 square centimeters or less. Harvesting and application of full-thickness graft from extremity.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15220?
The work RVU for CPT 15220 is 7.89. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15220 used?
Used for hand reconstruction, facial defects, and complex wounds where full-thickness grafts from extremities provide good color and texture match.
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