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40830 Repair mouth laceration

Surgery Global 10d

Also known as: mouth laceration repair, oral laceration closure

Repair of laceration or traumatic defect of the mouth. Closure of traumatic injury to oral mucosa or lips.

Clinical Context

Used for traumatic mouth injuries from falls, motor vehicle accidents, or interpersonal violence. Primary closure is usually effective.

RVU Breakdown

Work RVU1.77
Practice Expense RVU4.94
Malpractice RVU0.23
Total RVU6.94

Est. Medicare Payment

$231.80

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

Specialties

Oral SurgeryGeneral SurgeryEmergency Medicine

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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.