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25135 Remove & graft wrist lesion

Surgery Global 90d

Also known as: wrist lesion removal with graft

Removal of a wrist lesion with skin graft or other tissue coverage when primary closure is not feasible.

Clinical Context

Used for larger wrist lesions or complex removals where the wound cannot be closed primarily.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU6.90
Practice Expense RVU7.83
Malpractice RVU1.47
Total RVU16.20

Est. Medicare Payment

$541.08

National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).

Specialties

Hand SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryPlastic Surgery

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CPT® is a registered trademark of the American Medical Association. Data sourced from CMS Physician Fee Schedule RVU26A. Descriptions, synonyms, and clinical context are original content by RVU Edge.