15570 Skin pedicle flap trunk
Also known as: pedicle flap trunk, local flap
Skin pedicle flap transfer applied to trunk as an intermediate step in a planned multi-stage flap procedure. Local tissue rearrangement with preserved blood supply.
In Plain Language
skin flap surgery on body; transferring skin with blood vessels intact
Clinical Context
Used for complex trunk defects, scar revision, and reconstruction where local tissue provides better color and texture match than distant flaps.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.95 |
| Total RVU | 9.95 |
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 9.95, this code ranks in the 59th 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 15570?
CPT 15570 (Skin pedicle flap trunk) is a Surgery code. Skin pedicle flap transfer applied to trunk as an intermediate step in a planned multi-stage flap procedure. Local tissue rearrangement with preserved blood supply.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15570?
The work RVU for CPT 15570 is 9.95. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15570 used?
Used for complex trunk defects, scar revision, and reconstruction where local tissue provides better color and texture match than distant flaps.
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