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15860 Intravenous njx tst vascular flo flap/grf

Surgery Global 0d

Also known as: flap test, graft viability test

Intravenous injection test for vascular flow and viability in free flaps or grafts, assessing blood supply adequacy immediately after transfer.

Clinical Context

Performed immediately post-operatively to confirm successful blood supply establishment in free tissue transfers. Essential for early detection of compromised vascular flow.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.90
Practice Expense RVU0.52
Malpractice RVU0.37
Total RVU2.79

Est. Medicare Payment

$93.19

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

MicrosurgeryPlastic SurgeryVascular Surgery

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