21049 Excis uppr jaw cyst with repair
Also known as: maxillary cyst removal with repair, upper jaw cyst excision and reconstruction
Excision of upper jaw cyst with repair of surrounding bone and tissues.
In Plain Language
removal of upper jaw cyst with reconstruction; cyst removal and maxilla repair
Clinical Context
Removal of maxillary cyst with immediate repair or reconstruction of bone defect.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.84 |
| Total RVU | 18.84 |
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 18.84, this code ranks in the 80th 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 21049?
CPT 21049 (Excis uppr jaw cyst with repair) is a Surgery code. Excision of upper jaw cyst with repair of surrounding bone and tissues.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21049?
The work RVU for CPT 21049 is 18.84. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dentistry. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21049 used?
Removal of maxillary cyst with immediate repair or reconstruction of bone defect.
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