15731 Forehead flap with vascular pedicle
Also known as: forehead flap nasal repair, pedicled forehead flap
Forehead flap with preserved vascular pedicle, including tissue elevation and transfer. Advanced nasal reconstruction with excellent color match.
Clinical Context
Used for complex nasal defects and reconstructions where forehead tissue provides optimal cosmetic match and maintains robust blood supply.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 14.02 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 18.22 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.14 |
| Total RVU | 34.38 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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