15734 Muscle-skin graft trunk
Also known as: muscle-skin graft trunk, musculocutaneous graft
Muscle-skin composite graft applied to trunk defects. Combined muscular and cutaneous tissue for large trunk reconstruction.
In Plain Language
muscle and skin transplant to body; composite tissue graft
Clinical Context
Used for large trunk defects, pressure ulcers, and complex wounds requiring muscular support and vascularization.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 22.43 |
| Total RVU | 22.43 |
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 22.43, this code ranks in the 86th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.8x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15734?
CPT 15734 (Muscle-skin graft trunk) is a Surgery code. Muscle-skin composite graft applied to trunk defects. Combined muscular and cutaneous tissue for large trunk reconstruction.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15734?
The work RVU for CPT 15734 is 22.43. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Wound Care. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15734 used?
Used for large trunk defects, pressure ulcers, and complex wounds requiring muscular support and vascularization.
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