21348 Opn treatment nasomax fracture with graft
Also known as: nasomaxillary fracture with graft, nasomaxillary with augmentation
Open treatment of nasomaxillary fracture with the addition of bone graft material for reconstruction and augmentation.
In Plain Language
Surgery for broken nose and jaw with bone graft
Clinical Context
Used when nasomaxillary fractures have bone loss requiring graft augmentation for structural restoration.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 17.08 |
| Total RVU | 17.08 |
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 17.08, this code ranks in the 77th percentile among Surgery codes — 2.1x the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21348?
CPT 21348 (Opn treatment nasomax fracture with graft) is a Surgery code. Open treatment of nasomaxillary fracture with the addition of bone graft material for reconstruction and augmentation.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21348?
The work RVU for CPT 21348 is 17.08. This code is primarily used by Maxillofacial Surgery, Trauma Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21348 used?
Used when nasomaxillary fractures have bone loss requiring graft augmentation for structural restoration.
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