15272 Skin sub graft t/a/l add-on
Also known as: skin substitute additional, bioengineered add-on
Skin substitute graft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional application or area. Add-on code for extended synthetic graft coverage.
In Plain Language
additional artificial skin coverage; extra substitute skin application
Clinical Context
Used when initial skin substitute application is insufficient for large surface area coverage.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 0.32 |
| Total RVU | 0.32 |
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 0.32, this code ranks in the 0th percentile among Surgery codes — 25.0x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15272?
CPT 15272 (Skin sub graft t/a/l add-on) is a Surgery code. Skin substitute graft applied to trunk, arms, or legs, each additional application or area. Add-on code for extended synthetic graft coverage.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15272?
The work RVU for CPT 15272 is 0.32. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Burn Surgery.
When is CPT 15272 used?
Used when initial skin substitute application is insufficient for large surface area coverage.
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