15774 Gfrg autol fat lipo each additional
Also known as: fat grafting small additional, minimal lipofilling add-on
Autologous fat injection or transplantation harvested by liposuction, each additional 25 cubic centimeters. Add-on code for extended small volume fat grafting.
In Plain Language
additional small amounts of fat injection; extra limited volume fat
Clinical Context
Used for extended small volume fat grafting when initial 25 cubic centimeter increment is insufficient.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.35 |
| Total RVU | 2.35 |
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. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.35, this code ranks in the 16th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.4x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15774?
CPT 15774 (Gfrg autol fat lipo each additional) is a Surgery code. Autologous fat injection or transplantation harvested by liposuction, each additional 25 cubic centimeters. Add-on code for extended small volume fat grafting.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15774?
The work RVU for CPT 15774 is 2.35. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Facial Surgery.
When is CPT 15774 used?
Used for extended small volume fat grafting when initial 25 cubic centimeter increment is insufficient.
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