21047 Excise lower jaw cyst with repair
Also known as: mandibular cyst removal with repair, jaw cyst excision and reconstruction
Excision of lower jaw cyst with repair of surrounding bone and tissues.
In Plain Language
removal of jaw cyst with reconstruction; cyst removal and jaw repair
Clinical Context
Removal of mandibular cyst with immediate repair or reconstruction of bone defect.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 19.57 |
| Total RVU | 19.57 |
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 19.57, this code ranks in the 82nd percentile among Surgery codes — 2.4x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21047?
CPT 21047 (Excise lower jaw cyst with repair) is a Surgery code. Excision of lower jaw cyst with repair of surrounding bone and tissues.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21047?
The work RVU for CPT 21047 is 19.57. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentistry. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21047 used?
Removal of mandibular cyst with immediate repair or reconstruction of bone defect.
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