25125 Remove/graft forearm lesion
Also known as: lesion removal with skin graft, excision with graft
Removal of a forearm lesion with skin graft coverage when the defect cannot be closed primarily or when tissue cover is needed.
In Plain Language
removing growth and covering with skin
Clinical Context
Used for larger forearm lesions where direct closure is impossible or tissue cover is inadequate. Requires split-thickness skin graft.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 7.48 |
| Total RVU | 7.48 |
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 7.48, this code ranks in the 48th 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 25125?
CPT 25125 (Remove/graft forearm lesion) is a Surgery code. Removal of a forearm lesion with skin graft coverage when the defect cannot be closed primarily or when tissue cover is needed.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 25125?
The work RVU for CPT 25125 is 7.48. This code is primarily used by Orthopedic Surgery, Hand Surgery, Plastic Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 25125 used?
Used for larger forearm lesions where direct closure is impossible or tissue cover is inadequate. Requires split-thickness skin graft.
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