21070 Remove coronoid process
Also known as: coronoid process removal, coronoid reduction
Removal of coronoid process of mandible.
In Plain Language
removal of bony projection from jaw; coronoid process removal
Clinical Context
Removal of mandibular coronoid process for limitation of jaw opening or interference with movement.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.40 |
| Total RVU | 8.40 |
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 8.40, this code ranks in the 52nd percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21070?
CPT 21070 (Remove coronoid process) is a Surgery code. Removal of coronoid process of mandible.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21070?
The work RVU for CPT 21070 is 8.40. This code is primarily used by Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21070 used?
Removal of mandibular coronoid process for limitation of jaw opening or interference with movement.
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