15841 Nerve palsy muscle graft
Also known as: muscle nerve graft, muscle transfer graft
Nerve graft using muscle tissue for repair of facial nerve paralysis or significant nerve injuries, providing better blood supply and innervation potential.
In Plain Language
Nerve repair using muscle tissue; Muscle graft for nerve repair
Clinical Context
Preferred for nerve injuries requiring vascularized tissue and functional reinnervation potential. More complex than fascial grafts with higher success rates for motor recovery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 25.34 |
| Total RVU | 25.34 |
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 25.34, this code ranks in the 89th percentile among Surgery codes — 3.2x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15841?
CPT 15841 (Nerve palsy muscle graft) is a Surgery code. Nerve graft using muscle tissue for repair of facial nerve paralysis or significant nerve injuries, providing better blood supply and innervation potential.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15841?
The work RVU for CPT 15841 is 25.34. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Microsurgery, Facial Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15841 used?
Preferred for nerve injuries requiring vascularized tissue and functional reinnervation potential. More complex than fascial grafts with higher success rates for motor recovery.
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