40652 repair lip fth<half ver height
Also known as: lip repair less than half height, partial vermilion repair
Repair of laceration or defect of the lip involving less than half the vertical height of the vermilion border. Moderate lip involvement.
In Plain Language
repairing the lower half of the lip border
Clinical Context
Used for moderate lip lacerations or defects. More extensive than vermilion-only repair but less than complete lip height.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 4.32 |
| Total RVU | 4.32 |
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 4.32, this code ranks in the 29th percentile among Surgery codes — 1.9x below the median (8.00). The highest wRVU in this category is 106.19.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 40652?
CPT 40652 (repair lip fth<half ver height) is a Surgery code. Repair of laceration or defect of the lip involving less than half the vertical height of the vermilion border. Moderate lip involvement.
What is the wRVU value for CPT 40652?
The work RVU for CPT 40652 is 4.32. This code is primarily used by Oral Surgery, Plastic Surgery, General Surgery. It has a 90-day global period.
When is CPT 40652 used?
Used for moderate lip lacerations or defects. More extensive than vermilion-only repair but less than complete lip height.
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