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21245 Reconstruction of jaw

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: maxillary advancement, Le Fort I advancement

Reconstruction of the jaw with maxillary advancement, moving the upper jaw forward to correct skeletal Class III malocclusion or midface deficiency.

Clinical Context

Used for maxillary retrognathia, midface deficiency, or combined Class III correction with mandibular setback.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU12.79
Practice Expense RVU23.87
Malpractice RVU1.85
Total RVU38.51

Est. Medicare Payment

$1,286.23

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Orthognathic SurgeryMaxillofacial Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.