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15620 Delay flap f/c/c/n/ax/g/h/f

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: facial flap delay, specialized flap delay

Delay procedure for skin pedicle flap on face, chin, cheek, mouth, neck, axilla, genitals, hands, or feet. Blood supply preparation for specialized flap regions.

Clinical Context

Used for facial reconstruction and specialized area repairs where delay procedure enhances flap survival and cosmetic outcomes.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU3.66
Practice Expense RVU9.64
Malpractice RVU0.58
Total RVU13.88

Est. Medicare Payment

$463.59

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Plastic SurgeryFacial Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.