21085 Impres & prep oral surgical splint
Also known as: surgical splint, orthodontic surgical splint
Impression making and preparation for surgical orthognathic splint.
In Plain Language
making bite splint for jaw surgery recovery; surgical positioning splint
Clinical Context
Creation of custom splints for stabilization and positioning after orthognathic surgery.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 8.77 |
| Total RVU | 8.77 |
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 10-day global period — follow-up visits within 10 days of the procedure are included in the reimbursement. Ensure the diagnosis code (ICD-10) supports medical necessity for the procedure.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 8.77, this code ranks in the 53rd 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 21085?
CPT 21085 (Impres & prep oral surgical splint) is a Surgery code. Impression making and preparation for surgical orthognathic splint.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21085?
The work RVU for CPT 21085 is 8.77. This code is primarily used by Prosthodontics, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 21085 used?
Creation of custom splints for stabilization and positioning after orthognathic surgery.
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