21360 Opn treatment dprsd malar fracture
Also known as: malar fracture reduction, cheekbone elevation
Open treatment of depressed malar fracture involving surgical elevation and reduction of the depressed cheekbone fracture.
In Plain Language
Surgery to fix sunken cheekbone
Clinical Context
Used for depressed malar fractures affecting facial aesthetics or eye position.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.01 |
| Total RVU | 7.01 |
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 7.01, this code ranks in the 45th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.1x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 21360?
CPT 21360 (Opn treatment dprsd malar fracture) is a Surgery code. Open treatment of depressed malar fracture involving surgical elevation and reduction of the depressed cheekbone fracture.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 21360?
The work RVU for CPT 21360 is 7.01. This code is primarily used by Maxillofacial Surgery, Otolaryngology. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 21360 used?
Used for depressed malar fractures affecting facial aesthetics or eye position.
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