41252 Repair tongue laceration
Also known as: extensive tongue laceration repair, tongue laceration with reconstruction, complex tongue wound repair
Surgical repair of a laceration of the tongue with extensive tissue involvement and possible reconstruction.
Clinical Context
Used for very extensive tongue lacerations with significant tissue loss or involvement of multiple layers. May require tissue grafting.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.94 |
| Practice Expense RVU | 6.87 |
| Malpractice RVU | 0.50 |
| Total RVU | 10.31 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Specialties
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