21355 Percutaneous treatment malar fracture
Also known as: percutaneous malar reduction, closed malar reduction
Percutaneous treatment of malar (cheekbone) fracture using closed reduction techniques through percutaneous approaches.
In Plain Language
Minimally invasive cheekbone fracture repair
Clinical Context
Used for select malar fractures amenable to closed reduction without open surgical exposure.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.34 |
| Total RVU | 4.34 |
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 4.34, this code ranks in the 30th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.8x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21355?
CPT 21355 (Percutaneous treatment malar fracture) is a Surgery code. Percutaneous treatment of malar (cheekbone) fracture using closed reduction techniques through percutaneous approaches.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21355?
The work RVU for CPT 21355 is 4.34. This code is primarily used by Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 10-day global period.
When is CPT 21355 used?
Used for select malar fractures amenable to closed reduction without open surgical exposure.
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