15572 Skin pedicle flap arms/legs
Also known as: pedicle flap limb, extremity flap
Skin pedicle flap transfer applied to arms or legs. Local tissue rearrangement with intact vascular pedicle for extremity reconstruction.
In Plain Language
skin flap on arm or leg; extremity tissue transfer
Clinical Context
Used for arm and leg defects, trauma reconstruction, and complex wounds where pedicle flaps provide robust blood supply.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 9.87 |
| Total RVU | 9.87 |
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 9.87, this code ranks in the 58th 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 15572?
CPT 15572 (Skin pedicle flap arms/legs) is a Surgery code. Skin pedicle flap transfer applied to arms or legs. Local tissue rearrangement with intact vascular pedicle for extremity reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15572?
The work RVU for CPT 15572 is 9.87. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15572 used?
Used for arm and leg defects, trauma reconstruction, and complex wounds where pedicle flaps provide robust blood supply.
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