15876 Suction lipectomy head & neck
Also known as: lipo head neck, facial liposuction
Suction-assisted lipectomy (liposuction) of the head and neck region to remove excess adipose tissue and improve facial contours.
In Plain Language
Fat removal from face and neck; Facial liposuction procedure
Clinical Context
Performed for cosmetic improvement of facial fullness, jowls, or submental contours. Often combined with facelifts or other facial rejuvenation procedures.
RVU Information
CPT 15876 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. Reimbursement for this code is determined by payer-specific fee schedules.
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 0-day global period, meaning pre- and post-operative E&M visits are billable separately on the same day. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
This code has a work RVU of 0.00, meaning it does not have a physician work component assigned by CMS. In the Surgery category, 3% of codes share this characteristic.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 15876?
CPT 15876 (Suction lipectomy head & neck) is a Surgery code. Suction-assisted lipectomy (liposuction) of the head and neck region to remove excess adipose tissue and improve facial contours.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 15876?
The work RVU for CPT 15876 is 0.00. This code is primarily used by Plastic Surgery, Facial Surgery, Cosmetic Surgery.
When is CPT 15876 used?
Performed for cosmetic improvement of facial fullness, jowls, or submental contours. Often combined with facelifts or other facial rejuvenation procedures.
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