15845 Skin and muscle repair face
Also known as: facial repair, face repair, skin muscle repair
Repair of facial skin and muscle defects using direct closure or local flaps to restore facial contour and function after trauma or surgery.
In Plain Language
Facial wound repair; Face skin and muscle reconstruction
Clinical Context
Used for traumatic facial injuries, post-tumor resection defects, or complications requiring simultaneous skin and muscle closure. Restores facial aesthetics and functional integrity.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 13.96 |
| Total RVU | 13.96 |
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 13.96, this code ranks in the 70th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.7x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15845?
CPT 15845 (Skin and muscle repair face) is a Surgery code. Repair of facial skin and muscle defects using direct closure or local flaps to restore facial contour and function after trauma or surgery.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15845?
The work RVU for CPT 15845 is 13.96. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Facial Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 15845 used?
Used for traumatic facial injuries, post-tumor resection defects, or complications requiring simultaneous skin and muscle closure. Restores facial aesthetics and functional integrity.
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