15833 excision excessive skin leg
Also known as: leg exc, lower leg skin removal
Excision of excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue from the leg and ankle area, addressing redundant tissue from weight loss or aging.
In Plain Language
Removal of loose skin from the leg; Leg contouring surgery
Clinical Context
Used in post-bariatric patients with significant leg skin redundancy or in cosmetic body contouring to improve leg appearance and contour.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 11.60 |
| Total RVU | 11.60 |
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 11.60, this code ranks in the 64th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.5x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15833?
CPT 15833 (excision excessive skin leg) is a Surgery code. Excision of excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue from the leg and ankle area, addressing redundant tissue from weight loss or aging.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15833?
The work RVU for CPT 15833 is 11.60. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Body Contouring. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15833 used?
Used in post-bariatric patients with significant leg skin redundancy or in cosmetic body contouring to improve leg appearance and contour.
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