15773 Grfg autol fat lipo 25 cc/<
Also known as: fat grafting small volume, minimal lipofilling
Autologous fat injection or transplantation harvested by liposuction technique, first 25 cubic centimeters or less. Smaller volume fat grafting procedure.
In Plain Language
small amount of fat injection; limited volume fat transfer
Clinical Context
Used for smaller defects, fine contour adjustments, and areas requiring precise volume restoration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 6.66 |
| Total RVU | 6.66 |
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 6.66, this code ranks in the 44th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.2x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15773?
CPT 15773 (Grfg autol fat lipo 25 cc/<) is a Surgery code. Autologous fat injection or transplantation harvested by liposuction technique, first 25 cubic centimeters or less. Smaller volume fat grafting procedure.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15773?
The work RVU for CPT 15773 is 6.66. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Facial Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15773 used?
Used for smaller defects, fine contour adjustments, and areas requiring precise volume restoration.
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