21255 Reconstruct lower jaw bone
Surgery
Global 90d
Also known as: mandibular revision, jaw revision surgery
Reconstruction of the lower jaw with revision or correction of previous surgical outcome, addressing malunion or inadequate initial correction.
Clinical Context
Used when prior mandibular reconstruction or orthognathic surgery resulted in inadequate correction or complications.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 18.00 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 15.95 |
| Malpractice RVU | 2.61 |
| Total RVU | 36.56 |
Est. Medicare Payment
$1,221.10
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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